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Quote by Jesse Jackson

“In many ways Africa subsidised America and Europe's development.”

Quote by Jesse Jackson

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Jesse Jackson is an American civil rights activist, Baptist minister, and politician, born on October 8, 1941. He is renowned for his pivotal role in the civil rights movement and his relentless pursuit of economic and social justice. more

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