George Jackson

George Jackson was an influential African American prison activist, author, and revolutionary in the 1960s and early 1970s. While incarcerated, he became a prominent voice advocating for prison reform, racial justice, and systemic change. Jackson co-founded the Black Guerrilla Family, a political organization aimed at fighting oppression. His writings and activism inspired many movements for civil rights and criminal justice reform. Tragically, he was killed in 1971 during a prison riot. Jackson’s life highlights issues of racial inequality, criminal justice, and resistance, making him a significant figure in American history and social activism.