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POLITICSJun 9 · 11:00 UTCCHICAGO SUN-TIMESBen Jealous

Tale of two Jacksons' commitment to working class

The article discusses the Democratic Party's historical connection to Andrew Jackson, emphasizing his focus on working-class advocacy despite his problematic legacy, and contrasts it with Jesse Jackson's Rainbow Coalition aimed at uniting workers across racial lines. The author argues that both Jacksons' commitment to challenging financial powers and supporting working people remains central to the party's identity.

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