https://cook-county.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&From=RSS&ID=7981781&GUID=CB06E80D-1A3D-4AEE-AB28-94A888E95030Legistar15https://cook-county.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&From=RSS&ID=7981781&GUID=CB06E80D-1A3D-4AEE-AB28-94A888E95030CB06E80D-1A3D-4AEE-AB28-94A888E95030-2026-04-22-22-34-58Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION HONORING DR. JO ANN ROBERTS AND REV. JESSE L. JACKSON SR. YOUTH VOTER EMPOWERMENT COALITION WHEREAS, Reverend Jesse L. Jackson Sr. dedicated his life to advancing civil rights, social justice, and civic engagement, holding a steadfast belief that young people must be educated, empowered, and included in the democratic process; and WHEREAS, Dr. Jo Ann Roberts has worked alongside Reverend Jesse L. Jackson Sr. for more than fifty years, standing with him in service, advocacy, and leadership, while remaining deeply committed to the principles of justice, equity, and democratic participation; and WHEREAS, through decades of unwavering dedication, Dr. Jo Ann Roberts has played a critical role in preserving and advancing Reverend Jackson’s vision, ensuring that his lifelong commitment to youth empowerment and civic engagement continues to thrive; and WHEREAS, Dr. Jo Ann Roberts formed a coalition comprised of Devorah Crable of Know Your Vote, Letina Brady Pettis of Get Out the Vote 4 Teens, Betty Magness of Rainbow PUSH, and Frederique Desrosiers, Policy and AdvocaWed, 22 Apr 2026 22:34:58 GMT