Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr.'s Extended Absence
Clip: 7/11/2012 | 13m 50s
Reactions to Jesse Jackson Jr.'s leave of absence.
Multiple news outlets are reporting that Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. is being treated for a "mood disorder." This, after NBC News reported that he is being treated for alcoholism, a claim his office denies. We have reaction.
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Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr.'s Extended Absence
Clip: 7/11/2012 | 13m 50s
Multiple news outlets are reporting that Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. is being treated for a "mood disorder." This, after NBC News reported that he is being treated for alcoholism, a claim his office denies. We have reaction.
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