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After graduating from high school in 1959, Mr. Jackson enrolled at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign on a football scholarship.
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Mr Jackson enrolled at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign on a football scholarship after graduating from high school in 1959
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{
    "year": "1959",
    "event": "Graduation from high school",
    "person": "Jesse Jackson",
    "institution": "University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign",
    "scholarship": "Football"
}
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February 20, 2026 at 1:10 AM (1 month ago)
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Jesse Jackson, Charismatic Champion of Civil Rights, Dies at 84
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https://nytimes.com/2026/02/17/us/jesse-jackson-dead.html

The Rev. Jesse Jackson, a prominent civil rights leader and orator, passed away at the age of 84. He was known for his impassioned speeches, his vision of a 'rainbow coalition,' and his two presidential runs. Jackson played a significant role in the civil rights movement.

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