A non-profit is working to preserve and memorialize dozens of Black Panther sites, like free breakfast programs, medical clinics, headquarters, and more.
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Chicago (AP) Longtime U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush of Illinois won't seek reelection after 15 terms in office. The 75-year-old Chicago Democrat known for anti-violence and racial equity advocacy said in a prepared video announcement obtained Monday by The Associated Press that he'd remain in the public eye through church work. Rush confirmed his plans to retire to The Chicago Sun-Times. Rush was first elected in 1992 and holds the distinction of being the only person to ever beat Barack Obama, defeating the then-state senator in a 2000 congressional primary race. The evolution of Rush's political career has been dramatic. He co-founded the Illinois Black Panthers before deciding he could do more within the establishment.
By SOPHIA TAREEN Associated Press CHICAGO (AP) Longtime U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush of Illinois won't seek reelection after 15 terms in office. The 75-year-old