CHICAGO (WBBM NEWSRADIO) -- There's heartfelt--but not stunned--reaction to news that the Rev. Jesse Jackson is stepping down as President of the civil rights group Rainbow PUSH this weekend.
Sixth Ward Alderman William Hall is himself a minister, the pastor of St. James Church. He was also a field director for the Rainbow PUSH coalition. He is happy and supportive of Reverend Jesse Jackson's decision to retire at the age of 81.
"It's a moment of rejoice, to see the fruits of his labor to see the next chapter of the movement led by- I believe a great leader," he said.
"And then it's also a time to reflect what did we really miss, that we still have the opportunity to, you know, ask those questions or to get some more wisdom from so... It's not the end. It's the evolution of Reverend Jackson."
Local leaders are confident Reverend Jackson will name a worthy successor.
"As the alderman of the operation PUSH headquarters in the 4th ward, Reverend Dr. Jesse Jackson has given himself to the city of Chicago and the nation as so we should allow him the opportunity to retire and enjoy himself," said Alderman Lamont Robinson.
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