Reverbiage: Stories from NPR tagged 'jesse'

Rev. Jesse Jackson Looks To New Era

Sun, 09 Nov 2008 08:00:00 EST

NPR's Liane Hansen talks with Reverend Jesse Jackson about the election of Senator Barack Obama to the presidency, and about what he sees ahead for President-elect Obama's administration.

Jesse Jackson Jr.: Obama, Civil Rights And Illinois

Sat, 08 Nov 2008 10:56:00 EST

As his colleagues move to the White House, Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. of Chicago, Ill., could be called on to fill the Senate seat Obama leaves behind. The son of Rev. Jesse Jackson considers Obama's victory and his own political future.

Sound Bite: Rev. Jesse Jackson's DNC Comments

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 12:00:00 EST

Listen as the program revisits remarks made by the Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr., in support of now President-elect Barack Obama at the Democratic National Convention. Jackson gives an emotional speech on the symbolism of Obama's candidacy.

In Our Lifetime: Jesse Jackson, Myrlie Evers-Williams On Obama

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 12:00:00 EST

President-elect Barack Obama's historic victory comes on the shoulders of civil rights leaders who fought long and hard Â� and in many cases lost their lives — for equal opportunity in this country. Two who stood on the front lines of that fight — the Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr., a former presidential candidate, and Myrlie Evers-Williams, widow of slain civil rights leader Medgar Evers — react to Obama's victory.

Jesse Harris On Mountain Stage

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 12:45:00 EDT

Jesse Harris came to prominence when pop-jazz singer Norah Jones enjoyed a breakthrough hit with his song "Don't Know Why." Along with having a knack for melody, Harris also sports his own distinctive voice. He performs selections from his seventh studio album, Feel, during his visit to Mountain Stage.

Profile Of An Obama Supporter: Jesse Jackson Jr.

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 06:00:00 EDT

One of Barack Obama's staunchest defenders has been U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. He has stepped up for Obama even when that meant publicly chastising his own father. Now, as Obama takes center stage at the Democratic National Convention, the congressman is not too far behind as part of the new generation of black political leaders.

A Correspondent's Quest To Find Jesse Ventura

Sat, 12 Jul 2008 11:35:00 EDT

NPR correspondent David Welna explains how he hunted down Minnesota's reclusive former governor. Jesse Ventura finally talked with Welna in an empty parking lot in White Bear Lake about the Senate contest between incumbent Republican Norm Coleman and Democrat Al Franken — and whether or not he'll join in.

Week In Politics: The Jesse Jackson Incident

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 13:00:00 EDT

What is the real root of Rev. Jesse Jackson's rough remarks about Sen. Barack Obama? And why did John McCain distance himself from former Texas senator Phil Gramm after remarks about the U.S. being a "nation of whiners."

Remembering Jesse Helms

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 14:51:00 EDT

A columnist for The Wall Street Journal remembers the legacy and politics of the late former Sen. Jesse Helms.

Looking Back on Jesse Helms' Life

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 18:14:00 EDT

Sen. No, as he was often called, "was a real throwback," says Merle Black, a professor of southern politics at Emory University. One of a select group of politicians who helped solidify Republican control in the South, he had a loyal constituency of working-class whites in North Carolina.

Remembering Sen. Jesse Helms

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 13:05:00 EDT

Jesse Helms' 30-year career in the U.S. Senate was marked by controversy and racial politics. The fierce advocate for segregation and a king maker in North Carolina politics died Friday at the age of 86.

Jesse Helms: Uncompromising Conservative

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 12:39:00 EDT

During his 30 consecutive years in the Senate, Jesse Helms was its most prominent conservative — and one who rarely shied away from a fight. The North Carolina Republican, nicknamed "Senator No," died Friday in his home state. He was 83.

Ex-Sen. Jesse Helms, Conservative Icon, Dies At 86

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 12:00:00 EDT

An icon of the conservative movement, former Republican Sen. Jesse Helms represented North Carolina in Congress for 30 consecutive years. He died Friday at the age of 86.

Father-Son 'Film Club' Keeps Teen on Track

Tue, 06 May 2008 13:55:00 EDT

When David Gilmour's 16-year-old son was failing out of school, Gilmour offered him a deal: Jesse could drop out, but only if he watched three movies a week with his dad. David and Jesse Gilmour tell their story of unconventional home-schooling in a new memoir, Film Club.

'You and Me,' Baring Jesse Harris' Soul

Wed, 11 Jul 2007 17:59:00 EDT

On "You and Me," Jesse Harris' wistful croon sounds restrained and even pensive, yet the soul-baring mood fits with the straightforward atmosphere. Though it's built around little more than a stripped-down guitar, bass, drums and violin, the sound seems fully realized.

Jesse Malin: Glitter Meets the Gutter

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 14:21:00 EST

Malin began developing his punk-rock craft in the early '80s, eventually founding D Generation in 1991. Once he went solo a decade later, Malin reinvented himself as a purveyor of straightforward rock 'n' roll music, heavily influenced by Neil Young and Bruce Springsteen.

Mothers and Daughters, and a Blessing

Fri, 23 Feb 2007 21:43:00 EST

Sue Hyde lives in Cambridge, Mass., with her wife, Jade McGleughlin, their daughter Jesse, 14, and their son Max, 12. Jesse recently asked her mother about the differences between their childhoods.

Jesse Owens and the 'Triumph' in Berlin

Sun, 18 Feb 2007 08:00:00 EST

Triumph, from sports journalist Jeremy Schaap, tells the story of American sprinter Jesse Owens and the 1936 Olympics in Berlin, held under Hitler's glare. Schaap discusses his subject.

Jesse Denatale: Troubadour Soul

Mon, 10 Jul 2006 11:59:00 EDT

Taking cues from the storytelling tradition of singer-songwriters like Bob Dylan, Van Morrison and Tom Waits, Jesse Denatale writes songs with depth, ingenuity and remarkable craftsmanship.

Jesse Jackson, NAACP Head on Wiliams' Execution

Tue, 13 Dec 2005 00:00:00 EST

The Rev. Jesse Jackson and Bruce Gordon, president and CEO of the NAACP, join Ed Gordon to discuss potential social and political implications of the execution of Crips gang co-founder turned anti-gang activist Stanley Tookie Williams.

Jesse Jackson Recalls Bus Boycott

Mon, 05 Dec 2005 00:00:00 EST

The Rev. Jesse Jackson talks about the importance of honoring those who inspired the Montgomery bus boycott and why their fight for legal protection and equal rights continues.

Jesse Jackson Rallies Black Clergy for Katrina Aid

Mon, 12 Sep 2005 00:00:00 EDT

The Rev. Jesse Jackson convenes an African-American clergy summit in Memphis, Tenn., to coordinate a response to hurricane relief and recovery. NPR's Farai Chideya talks with Jackson in Baton Rouge about the longtime peace activist's aid efforts and the racial aspects of the government's response to the crisis.

Music Review: 'Oh, My Girl' from Jesse Sykes' Band

Wed, 07 Jul 2004 00:00:00 EDT

The collaboration of guitarist Phil Wandscher and singer Jesse Sykes started from the ashes of broken bands. Wandscher had been fired from the legendary alternative country band Whiskeytown, which he started with Ryan Adams. Jesse Sykes' band Hominy had dissolved around the same time her marriage came to an end. Now the two are featuring Wandscher's lyrical guitar style and Sykes' smoke-tinged voice. Critic Meredith Ochs reviews their CD, from Jesse Sykes and the Sweet Hereafter called Oh, My Girl.