The article recounts Rev. Jesse Jackson’s visits to Lock Haven in 1987 and 1988 to support striking International Paper Co. employees. Jackson, a civil rights leader and two-time Democratic presidential hopeful, rallied workers against demands for wage cuts and benefit reductions, encouraging them to stand firm. His support resonated deeply in the community, with many workers expressing strong backing for his presidential campaign during the 1988 primaries.
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Legacy: Late Jesse Jackson visited Lock Haven to support striking paper co. employees
The article recounts Rev. Jesse Jackson’s visits to Lock Haven in 1987 and 1988 to support striking International Paper Co. employees. Jackson, a civil rights leader and two-time Democratic presidential hopeful, rallied workers against demands for wage cuts and benefit reductions, encouraging them to stand firm. His support resonated deeply in the community, with many workers expressing strong backing for his presidential campaign during the 1988 primaries.