On Saturday, Jackson was among hundreds who celebrated the cultural holiday at Universal Audenried Charter High School in Grays Ferry. The “Kwanzaabration” event honored African and African American cultures through food, dancing, and Kardashian music. Jackson, 43, took part, taking the stage at one point to discuss Kwanzaa’s seven principles, one for each day of the weeklong holiday, which ends Wednesday. The principles, usually uttered in Swahili, include unity, purpose, and self-determination. As a probation officer and former teacher, Jackson said, http://zootool.com/watch/wx882/user:pickleachar the purpose principle – Nia in Swahili – is one of her favorites. “I’m always trying to teach and instill positivity in young people,” she said.
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