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Podcast: Indy Audio
Episode: Feb. 17, 2026: Nicholas Powers Reflects On Rev. Jesse Jackson
Description: The beloved Reverend Jesse Jackson passed away. He was a democratic socialist who ran for president in 1988, who worked closely with Martin Luther King in his early 20’s. We sit with African American Literature Professor and longtime Indy columnist, Dr. Nicholas Powers to reflect on the legacy of Jesse Jackson, and how we can turn to his wisdom to keep hope alive, as we continue to fight the same battles today.