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Congresswoman Maxine Waters’ Statement on the Passing of EJ Jackson

November 4, 2016

Los Angeles, CACongresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA), Ranking Member of the House Financial Services Committee, released the following statement upon the death of EJ Jackson:

I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of my friend EJ Jackson. EJ’s death is a tragic loss for the Greater Los Angeles community that will be felt for many years to come. As the owner of Jackson Limousine, EJ was known around LA as the chauffeur to the stars. Not only was he a notable business man, but he was a celebrated humanitarian and philanthropist who fed thousands of people during the Thanksgiving holiday over the last 34 years through the EJ Jackson Foundation. Each Thanksgiving, EJ would greet the most vulnerable among us, and hand out a complete meal that included turkeys, vegetables, fruit, and bread. He also fed people in need year round, not just during Thanksgiving. There was no limit to his kindness and he will be forever missed and remembered by the many thousands of people who were uplifted and inspired by his generosity. As we all take the time to grieve and mourn this tremendous and heartbreaking loss, his family, friends, and I, are committed to carrying on his legacy and continuing to provide meals during this upcoming Thanksgiving holiday and beyond.”

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