Jesse Jackson (state legislator)
Jesse Jackson | |
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| Member of the Illinois House of Representatives | |
| In office 1981–1983 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Memphis, Tennessee, U.S. |
| Party | Republican |
| Occupation | Politician |
Jesse Jackson Sr. is an American former politician. He served in the Illinois House of Representatives from 1981 to 1983. He was a Republican.
Born in Memphis, Tennessee, Jackson moved with his family to Chicago where he graduated from DuSable High School in 1942. Before becoming state legislator, he was a grocer and auto parts salesman. After his business career, he worked for the Illinois Department of Transportation. As a state representative, he supported legislation for vaccine injury awards and small business development.