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July 25, 2008 6:52:54 AM CDT



Jesse Jackson Arrested at Gun Shop Protest

Posted Jun 24, 07 7:32 PM CDT in US Politics Arts & Living 

(Newser) – Rev. Jess Jackson and Fr. Michael Pfleger were arrested for blocking the door of Chuck's Gun Shop in Riverdale, a suburb abutting the southern edge of Chicago.  They and others were there protesting the ready availability of guns next to a crime-plagued part of the city, which bans the sales of guns.

Some accused Jackson of grandstanding; the arrest was at least his 15th associated with various protests. It was Jackson's third appearance at the gun shop.  And he has promised to return.

Source Chicago Tribune

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