Welcome to Keep Hope Alive with Reverend

The Original Meaning of Mother's Day

Activism and Bailouts on Mother's Day

Honoring Mothers and Community Mothers

Venezuela Embassy Sit-in and Foreign Policy

Free Black Mama's Campaign and Jail Reform

The Impact of Incarceration on Families

Community Mothers and Social Change

Closing Thoughts and Upcoming Events

Originally broadcast on Mother’s Day, May 12, 2019, this special episode of Keep Hope Alive with Jesse Jackson and Santita Jackson revisits the original purpose of Mother’s Day—not just celebration, but activism, peace, and social change.

In Hour 1, the conversation explores the history of “Mother’s Day for Peace” and the role women have played in movements for justice, voting rights, civil rights, and community leadership. Guests discuss healthcare, reproductive rights, wage equity, war and peace, voting rights, incarceration, and the ongoing fight for justice in communities across America.

Featured guests include:
Medea Benjamin (CODEPINK)
Mary Hooks (Southerners on New Ground)
LaTosha Brown
Kevin Gray
Rev. Frank Watkins
Betty Magness
Zach Roberts
Trevor Gervais

This episode is part of a two-part replay of the original 2019 Mother’s Day broadcast.

Follow the show for conversations on justice, faith, leadership, and the issues shaping our communities.

Originally broadcast on Mother&rsquo;s Day, May 12, 2019, this special episode of Keep Hope Alive with Jesse Jackson and Santita Jackson revisits the original purpose of Mother&rsquo;s Day&mdash;not just celebration, but activism, peace, and social change.
In Hour 1, the conversation explores the history of &ldquo;Mother&rsquo;s Day for Peace&rdquo; and the role women have played in movements for justice, voting rights, civil rights, and community leadership. Guests discuss healthcare, reproductive rights, wage equity, war and peace, voting rights, incarceration, and the ongoing fight for justice in communities across America.
Featured guests include:
<ul>
<li>Medea Benjamin (CODEPINK)</li>
<li>Mary Hooks (Southerners on New Ground)</li>
<li>LaTosha Brown</li>
<li>Kevin Gray</li>
<li>Rev. Frank Watkins</li>
<li>Betty Magness</li>
<li>Zach Roberts</li>
<li>Trevor Gervais</li>
</ul>
This episode is part of a two-part replay of the original 2019 Mother&rsquo;s Day broadcast.
Follow the show for conversations on justice, faith, leadership, and the issues shaping our communities.

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

The Real Meaning of Mother’s Day: Peace, Justice & Activism (Hour 1)

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Santita Jackson continues the conversation with Rainbow PUSH Coalition CEO Yusef Jackson, attorney CK Hoffler, Georgia NAACP President Gerald Griggs, and community organizers on how athlete activism, economic influence, and grassroots organizing can help expand opportunity and strengthen civic participation. From college sports and community investment to leadership and collective action, this discussion explores how the next generation can help shape a more equitable and engaged future

Start with Hour 1 for the conversation on Supreme Court rulings, voting rights, and Black political representation across the South.

Follow Keep Hope Alive: Reflections and join the ongoing work of advancing justice, equality, and civic participation. Visit Keep Hope Alive Radio (https://keephopealiveradio.iheart.com), follow on Facebook @SantitaJacksonAndFriends and Instagram @SantitaJacksonIG for more conversations focused on action, advocacy, and community engagement.

Santita Jackson continues the conversation with Rainbow PUSH Coalition CEO Yusef Jackson, attorney CK Hoffler, Georgia NAACP President Gerald Griggs, and community organizers on how athlete activism, economic influence, and grassroots organizing can help expand opportunity and strengthen civic participation. From college sports and community investment to leadership and collective action, this discussion explores how the next generation can help shape a more equitable and engaged future
Start with Hour 1 for the conversation on Supreme Court rulings, voting rights, and Black political representation across the South.
Follow&nbsp;Keep Hope Alive: Reflections&nbsp;and join the ongoing work of advancing justice, equality, and civic participation. Visit&nbsp;Keep Hope Alive Radio&nbsp;(<a href="https://keephopealiveradio.iheart.com/" data-outlook-id="26c5edd2-9a65-45b5-a9a6-66626799dee1">https://keephopealiveradio.iheart.com</a>), follow on Facebook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/santitajacksonandfriends/" data-outlook-id="697a68c9-2f17-4db9-a64b-0fde4a6aab23">@SantitaJacksonAndFriends</a>&nbsp;and Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/santitajacksonig/" data-outlook-id="affc5750-0cf2-4075-a3b6-e95075398e56">@SantitaJacksonIG</a>&nbsp;for more conversations focused on action, advocacy, and community engagement.

Protecting Voting Rights: Athlete Activism & Building Change (Hour 2)

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As new Supreme Court rulings reshape the national conversation around voting rights, Santita Jackson sits down with Louisiana Congressman Cleo Fields and Illinois Congressman Jonathan Jackson to discuss Black political representation, redistricting battles across the South, and the role communities continue to play in protecting democracy through civic participation and collective action.

Continue with Hour 2 for the conversation on athlete activism, economic influence, and how the next generation can help create lasting social change.

Follow Keep Hope Alive: Reflections and join the ongoing work of advancing justice, equality, and civic participation. Visit Keep Hope Alive Radio (https://keephopealiveradio.iheart.com), follow on Facebook @SantitaJacksonAndFriends and Instagram @SantitaJacksonIG for more conversations focused on action, advocacy, and community engagement.

As new Supreme Court rulings reshape the national conversation around voting rights, Santita Jackson sits down with Louisiana Congressman Cleo Fields and Illinois Congressman Jonathan Jackson to discuss Black political representation, redistricting battles across the South, and the role communities continue to play in protecting democracy through civic participation and collective action.
Continue with Hour 2 for the conversation on athlete activism, economic influence, and how the next generation can help create lasting social change.
Follow&nbsp;Keep Hope Alive: Reflections&nbsp;and join the ongoing work of advancing justice, equality, and civic participation. Visit&nbsp;Keep Hope Alive Radio&nbsp;(<a href="https://keephopealiveradio.iheart.com/" data-outlook-id="26c5edd2-9a65-45b5-a9a6-66626799dee1">https://keephopealiveradio.iheart.com</a>), follow on Facebook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/santitajacksonandfriends/" data-outlook-id="697a68c9-2f17-4db9-a64b-0fde4a6aab23">@SantitaJacksonAndFriends</a>&nbsp;and Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/santitajacksonig/" data-outlook-id="affc5750-0cf2-4075-a3b6-e95075398e56">@SantitaJacksonIG</a>&nbsp;for more conversations focused on action, advocacy, and community engagement.

Protecting Voting Rights: Hope, Representation & Action (Hour 1)

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Welcome to Keep Up Alive with Reverend Jesse

Mother's Day for Peace: A Radical History

Medea Benjamin's Venezuela Embassy Protest

The True Meaning of Mother's Day

Honoring Women's Contributions to Social

The Importance of Youth Voter Registration

Women's Roles in Social Movements

The Intersection of Electoral and Movement

Voter Suppression and Its Impact

The Economic Burden of Tariffs

Supporting Women After Incarceration

The Role of Mothers in Politics

Personal Reflections on Family and Politics

US Foreign Policy and Global Responsibilities

The Moral and Practical Reasons for Caring

In Hour 2 of this special Mother’s Day 2019 replay, Santita Jackson and Jesse Jackson continue their conversation on the deeper meaning of Mother’s Day as a call for peace, justice, activism, and community responsibility.

The discussion expands into foreign policy, voting rights, incarceration, economic inequality, war, and the role women continue to play in movements for change. Guests reflect on organizing, public policy, community leadership, and why activism remains essential in moments of political and social division.

Featured guests include:
Medea Benjamin (CODEPINK)
Phyllis Bennis (Institute for Policy Studies)
Mary Hooks (Southerners on New Ground)
Kevin Gray
Betty Magness
Barbara Arnwine

This episode is part of a two-part replay of the original broadcast that aired on May 12, 2019.

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

In Hour 2 of this special Mother&rsquo;s Day 2019 replay, Santita Jackson and Jesse Jackson continue their conversation on the deeper meaning of Mother&rsquo;s Day as a call for peace, justice, activism, and community responsibility.
The discussion expands into foreign policy, voting rights, incarceration, economic inequality, war, and the role women continue to play in movements for change. Guests reflect on organizing, public policy, community leadership, and why activism remains essential in moments of political and social division.
Featured guests include:
<ul>
<li>Medea Benjamin (CODEPINK)</li>
<li>Phyllis Bennis (Institute for Policy Studies)</li>
<li>Mary Hooks (Southerners on New Ground)</li>
<li>Kevin Gray</li>
<li>Betty Magness</li>
<li>Barbara Arnwine</li>
</ul>
This episode is part of a two-part replay of the original broadcast that aired on May 12, 2019.
Follow the show for conversations that inform, connect, and keep hope alive.

The Real Meaning of Mother’s Day: Peace, Justice & Activism (Hour 2)

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The Real Meaning of Mother’s Day: Peace, Justice & Activism (Hour 1)

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