Commentary

The Rev. Jesse Jackson challenged me to think bigger

The Rev. Jesse Jackson was a consistent presence in my ear when I became mayor and helped me remain focused on making sure our initiatives and investments reflected the lived experience of real people in Chicago, writes former Mayor Lori Lightfoot.

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