E-mail a friendAugust 1, 2005
Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. reviews the Voting Rights Act. Erica and Tina Campbell, also known as the Grammy-winning gospel duo Mary Mary, discuss the making of their new CD.
Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr.
Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr.
Former presidential candidate Jesse Jackson Sr. maintains his involvement in the process, leading voter registration and get-out-the-vote campaigns. A longtime civil rights and political activist, he was an assistant to Martin Luther King Jr. during the '60s movement. Jackson is the founder of the nonprofit Rainbow/PUSH Coalition, has written two books and launched the Wall Street Project, to open access to capital for women and minorities. He's often been an unofficial U.S. envoy on diplomatic missions.
Mary Mary
Mary Mary
Siblings Erica and Tina Campbell make up the Grammy-winning, platinum-selling duo Mary Mary. Their fusion of gospel themes with soul and hip-hop sounds has contributed to the popular acceptance of contemporary gospel music. They first made a name for themselves writing songs for the Dr. Doolittle and Prince of Egypt film soundtracks. After inking a recording deal, they made their '00 debut CD, "Thankful," which included the worldwide smash "Shackles." They are currently on tour in support of their latest CD, "The Sound."