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I Am Somebody: Why Jesse Jackson Matters
I Am Somebody: Why Jesse Jackson Matters
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Jesse Jackson is a significant figure in American history, having served as a close aide to Dr. Martin Luther King and inspiring a generation of Black and Latino politicians and activists. David Masciotra's book "I Am Somebody" argues that Jackson's legacy must be rehabilitated in American politics and takes readers inside his negotiations for the release of hostages and political prisoners.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 248 pages
Publication date: 05 October 2023
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Few figures and leaders in recent American history have had as significant a social and political impact as Jesse Jackson. His relevance to the current political climate is unparalleled. In the 1960s, Jackson served as a close aide to Dr. Martin Luther King, participating in the historic march to secure voting rights for African Americans in Selma. He witnessed King's assassination and carried on his political legacy, inspiring a generation of Black and Latino politicians and activists. Jackson founded the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition and made historic presidential runs in the 1980s, contributing to the multicultural and progressive transformation of the Democratic Party.
In his book "I Am Somebody," David Masciotra makes a compelling case for rehabilitating Jackson's legacy in American politics. Masciotra has had extensive personal access to Jackson, conducting over one hundred interviews with the man himself as well as interviews with elected officials and activists influenced by Jackson. The book also delves into Jackson's negotiations for the release of hostages and political prisoners in Cuba, Iraq, and other countries. As Democratic politics shifts towards radicalism and the rise of a new generation committed to racial and economic justice, "I Am Somebody" is a crucial resource for understanding America's past and its direction in the 21st century.
The book features a foreword by Michael Eric Dyson, further emphasizing its significance. Jesse Jackson's impact on American society and politics is undeniable, and his legacy continues to shape the political landscape. "I Am Somebody" provides a comprehensive and insightful account of his life and work, making it a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the history and future of American politics.
Weight: 386g
Dimension: 233 x 157 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350400542
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