Jesse Jackson Arrested at Gun Shop Protest

Jackson and Catholic priest Michael Pfleger denounce sales of guns
By News Dude,  Newser Staff
Posted Jun 24, 2007 7:32 PM CDT

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. (More Jesse Jackson stories.)

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