Jesse Jackson Jr.
On this episode of The Power to Persist Podcast, host Lamell McMorris welcomes longtime friend and brother Jesse Jackson Jr. during the very same week he plans to announce his bid to reclaim his former congressional seat.
Jackson speaks candidly about his past, his path toward redemption, and how resilience has guided his journey forward—both personally and professionally. Together, he and McMorris reflect on lessons learned from public service, leadership, and the enduring influence of his father, Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr.
This episode delivers a deeply powerful message on the importance of community, historical understanding, and renewal—and the human capacity to rise, rebuild, and lead with purpose through shared experiences, leadership, and redemption.