Posted on 06/20/2002 6:08:52 AM PDT by freemyrepublic
Edited on 04/21/2004 9:00:39 PM PDT by Jim Robinson. [history]
Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson is interested in helping resolve the fate of missing Jacksonville Navy pilot Scott Speicher, according to an official in Jackson's organization and a lawyer for Speicher's family.
James Gomez, director of international affairs for Jackson's Rainbow-PUSH Coalition, said he planned to speak with Jackson in more detail yesterday after meeting last week with a representative of the downed airman's family. It may be several weeks before a firm decision is made about Jackson's role, Gomez said.
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We ought to tell him: "Fine, go try. But you can't come back in the country without him." Then, we'd find out if it's sincere or just another publicity grab.
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