Community Leader and Pastor Faces Personal Tragedy in Fight Against Gun Violence
Cincinnati, Ohio — For Pastor Jackie Jackson, gun violence isn’t just a public issue—it’s a personal tragedy woven into his family’s history. Jackson, who shoulders a dual role as a spiritual leader and an advocate for gun safety, recently faced the heartrending loss of his 16-year-old grandson, Jackie Jackson III, in a shooting at The Banks, a popular local hangout area. Jackson’s experience with gun violence extends back to his childhood, beginning with a harrowing …