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  • Rev Jesse Jackson Visits Coliseum Evacuees (fears black evacuees will be overlooked )

    09/12/2005 6:39:34 AM PDT · by WKB · 30 replies · 1,097+ views
    WLBT ^ | 09/11/05
    Civil rights activist Reverend Jesse Jackson visited the remaining evacuees at the coliseum , hoping to find out why they are leaving and where they'll end up. Jackson and Congressman Bennie Thompson were looking for answers at the Mississippi Trademart. Red cross officials spoke with Jackson about the transition process. Thompson said he was assured by the Red Cross that no one will leave without a place to go. Jackson Mayor Frank Melton was also in attendance and promised his help. Jesse Jackson fears black evacuees will be overlooked when it comes to federal aid and future jobs. He told...