Jesse Jackson Visited Wilson in Presidential Campaign
February 18, 2026·26 days ago·via The Wilson Times

Civil rights activist Jesse Jackson, who died at 84, made key stops in Wilson, North Carolina, during his presidential campaigns, energizing crowds and boosting Democratic allies like former Congresswoman Eva Clayton and local leaders. Jackson's visits brought his signature fire - "Keep hope alive" - rallying support in eastern NC and helping shatter barriers, such as Clayton's historic win as the first Black woman to represent NC's 1st District in 1992. Read more about this...