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The American flag flies at half-mast at the State Capitol in Hartford, CT on Sept. 11, 2025. Credit: Donald Eng / CTNewsJunkie
HARTFORD, CT — Connecticut and U.S. flags should be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, March 7, 2026, to honor the life and public service legacy of civil rights leader, the Rev. Jesse Jackson, who died earlier this month, according to Gov. Ned Lamont.
The tribute will coincide with a homegoing service in Jackson’s honor that has been scheduled for that day at the Rainbow PUSH Coalition Community House in Chicago, Illinois.
“Reverend Jesse Jackson is an icon of the civil rights movement and a lifelong champion for justice and equality,” Lamont said. “His work expanded opportunity and gave voice to those too often unheard.”
Lamont said he spent time with Jackson and was inspired by his passion and commitment to fighting for freedome, liberty and equality.
“Connecticut joins the nation in mourning his passing and honoring his extraordinary legacy,” he said.
Jackson spent his life fighting for civil rights and social justice, inspiring millions, said Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz.
“His work in advocacy and policy has forever changed our society,” she said. “We can carry forth his legacy by striving for greater equality and justice in our communities, Connecticut, and our country.”
In accordance with the directive, flags will be at half-staff on the Connecticut State Capitol building and all other state-operated buildings, grounds, and facilities statewide. Individuals, businesses, schools, municipalities, and any other private entities and government subdivisions are encouraged to lower their flags for this same duration of time. Since no flag should fly higher than the U.S. flag, all other flags, including state, municipal, corporate, or otherwise, should also be lowered.