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Flags to be Lowered in Remembrance of Reverend Jesse Jackson

Erin Hut, Director of Communications and Marketing, ehut@spokanecity.org

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 8:58 a.m.

Mayor Lisa Brown has ordered flags at all City facilities to be lowered to half-staff to coincide with Governor Bob Ferguson’s directive that state and U.S. flags at all state agency facilities be lowered in remembrance of Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson.  

Rev. Jackson was a lifelong champion of justice and icon of the Civil Rights Movement. His efforts improved the lives of underserved communities across the United States, and his work included prominent ties to Washington state. 

“Throughout his life, Reverend Jackson promoted peace and justice. I had the honor of meeting him at an event at Gonzaga University and was inspired by his commitment to racial and economic justice,” Mayor Brown said. “He challenged our country to live up to its highest ideals, and his legacy will continue to inspire us to build a more just and inclusive future."  

Flags will be lowered on Wednesday, March 11 and remain at half-staff until sunset. Anyone with a flag outside of their home or business is encouraged to join in this recognition to honor Rev. Jackson.