Public Alarmed by Jesse Jackson’s Frail Look in Recent Campaign Appearance

Civil rights legend Jesse Jackson, now 83, recently appeared in a video with Democratic representative Ron Reynolds, 51, igniting a mix of admiration and worry on social media. Reynolds has served Texas House District 27 since 2010, with his current term concluding in January 2027.In the Instagram video, posted on August 6 to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, Jackson's frail demeanor caught many viewers' attention. This landmark legislation was signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1965. Reynolds expressed his honor in joining Jackson and referenced the late John Lewis' famed phrase “good trouble,” resonating with viewers.While some were grateful for Jackson’s acknowledgment, others voiced concerns about his health, questioning Reynolds’s decision to feature him in such a vulnerable state. Many commenters urged respect for Jackson, emphasizing his long-standing achievements in civil rights and equality, urging him to rest after a lifetime of dedication. Jackson’s impactful journey began in the 1960s, fighting against Jim Crow laws, later making history with his presidential candidacies in the 1980s.

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