Jesse Jackson says Obama 'acting like he's white'


	Jesse Jackson says Obama 'acting like he's white'

BobbyDelray

9-19-2007 3:56 PM

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jesse, jackson, obama, barack, democrat, jena, candidate

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9-19-2007 5:59 PM

zasel

Jesse Jackson should make up his mind. After making this statement, he also states that he totally support Obama for president. Perhaps he just shot his mouth off a bit too quickly which Jesse is noted for. Who can forget "Hymie Town?"

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