Bobby Rush Urges Jesse Jackson Jr. to Run for Illinois’ 2nd Congressional District Seat

The clamor is growing louder for Jesse Jackson, Jr. to run for his old seat. And while the former 2nd district Congressman has not declared his intentions, he has gained support from multiple people in recent days. But one prominent voice has chimed in: retired U.S. Rep Bobby Rush, a civil rights icon who also represented Illinois’ 1st district for three decades.
“Jesse Jackson, Jr. is a strong, proven voice, an accomplished legislator, and a passionate advocate for the marginalized