Santita Jackson and Reverend Jesse Jackson continue the Memorial Day conversation with veterans, peace activists, and policy experts examining the human cost of war, PTSD, military service, and America’s growing tensions with Iran and Venezuela. From anti-war organizing and veterans’ experiences to debates over patriotism, justice, and the use of military power, this discussion asks what honoring service members should truly mean in modern America.

Start with Hour 1 for the conversation on the Black origins of Memorial Day, the Civil War, and the overlooked history of African Americans honoring Union soldiers after emancipated.

Follow Keep Hope Alive: Reflections for weekly conversations rooted in hope, justice, faith, and civic engagement. Learn more and stay connected at  Keep Hope Alive Radio, Facebook @SantitaJacksonAndFriends, and Instagram @SantitaJacksonIG.

Santita Jackson and Reverend Jesse Jackson continue the Memorial Day conversation with veterans, peace activists, and policy experts examining the human cost of war, PTSD, military service, and America&rsquo;s growing tensions with Iran and Venezuela. From anti-war organizing and veterans&rsquo; experiences to debates over patriotism, justice, and the use of military power, this discussion asks what honoring service members should truly mean in modern America.
Start with Hour 1 for the conversation on the Black origins of Memorial Day, the Civil War, and the overlooked history of African Americans honoring Union soldiers after emancipated.
Follow Keep Hope Alive: Reflections for weekly conversations rooted in hope, justice, faith, and civic engagement. Learn more and stay connected at&nbsp; Keep Hope Alive Radio, Facebook @SantitaJacksonAndFriends, and Instagram @SantitaJacksonIG.

Keep Hope Alive: Reflections continues the legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson, bringing thoughtful conversations on faith, justice, civil rights, and the issues shaping our communities today.


Hosted by Santita Jackson, the podcast features the ongoing Keep Hope Alive radio show along with original podcast interviews and reflections. You’ll hear the familiar radio broadcast, along with new conversations you won’t hear anywhere else.


Each episode looks beyond the headlines, exploring topics like economic justice, public policy, culture, and community leadership through conversations with voices from across the country.


Rooted in a long tradition of advocacy and dialogue, the show remains focused on informing, engaging, and uplifting listeners, while staying grounded in the issues that matter most.


Follow the show for conversations that inform, connect, and keep hope alive.

Keep Hope Alive: Reflections&nbsp;continues the legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson, bringing thoughtful conversations on faith, justice, civil rights, and the issues shaping our communities today.
 Hosted by Santita Jackson, the podcast features the ongoing Keep Hope Alive&nbsp;radio show along with original podcast interviews and reflections. You&rsquo;ll hear the familiar radio broadcast, along with new conversations you won&rsquo;t hear anywhere else.
 Each episode looks beyond the headlines, exploring topics like economic justice, public policy, culture, and community leadership through conversations with voices from across the country.
 Rooted in a long tradition of advocacy and dialogue, the show remains focused on informing, engaging, and uplifting listeners, while staying grounded in the issues that matter most.
 Follow the show for conversations that inform, connect, and keep hope alive.

Keep Hope Alive: Reflections

Memorial Day Truths: Veterans, War & America’s Future (Hour 2)

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