Jackson has a long history with one of Obama's chief rivals, Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton and her husband former President Clinton. He counseled the two when the president's affair with former White House intern Monica Lewinsky became public.
But Jackson said his history with the Clintons doesn't complicate his decision to back his home state senator, calling Obama Illinois' "favorite son."
"It's not awkward at all," he said, adding, "I don't owe a debt to any of them."
How much does Al Sharpton owe?
— Jesse Jackson Rainbow Coalition
The Way The Meeting Started
I figured we'd be there until 3 AM. Charles Barron (who I really don't like) I have to admit hit the nail on the head with his comments. Anyway, I went to the ladies room, came back, sat down and the meeting was ended. I sat there with my mouth opened unable to believe what had transpired in the scripted meeting that was not meant to really involve County Committee members.
David and Joy, you were the best but NKD need to get their act together and they have 2 years to do it.