Iowans Recall Jesse Jackson's Political Legacy
February 18, 2026·26 days ago·via KCRG

Iowans remember Rev. Jesse Jackson, the civil rights activist and two-time Democratic presidential contender who passed away recently, for his lasting impact on Iowa politics. Jackson made waves in the 1984 and 1988 primaries, surging to second place among Iowa Democrats in '88 with 13% support behind Richard Gephardt, thanks to his focus on farm issues and outsider appeal that challenged the establishment. Read more about this...