This resolution honors the life and legacy of Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr., a pivotal civil rights leader who dedicated his life to advocating for justice and equality. Born in 1941, Reverend Jackson began his activism early, notably leading the "Greenville Eight" in a peaceful protest against segregation in 1960. He later worked directly with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. , becoming the national director of "Operation Breadbasket" within the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. Reverend Jackson founded influential organizations such as Operation PUSH (People United to Serve Humanity) in 1971, focused on improving the economic conditions of Black Americans, and the National Rainbow Coalition in 1984, which sought to unite diverse groups. He made historic runs for President in 1984 and 1988, significantly increasing voter participation and delivering his iconic "Rainbow Coalition" speech. His international diplomacy included securing the release of a captured U.S. Navy Lieutenant in Syria and serving as a Special Envoy for democracy in Africa. Awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2000, Reverend Jackson is recognized for his unwavering commitment to giving voice to the voiceless and pioneering campaigns for liberation globally. The Senate formally honors his remarkable legacy, commends his contributions to ensuring "liberty and justice for all," and extends its profound sympathies to his family following his passing in 2026.