Vernon Jordan, an influential icon in the American civil rights movement who became a political kingmaker as a close advisor to former President Bill Clinton, died Monday evening at age 85, his family has confirmed to multiple outlets.
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Prominent Civil Rights Leader Vernon Jordan Dead At 85 | Forbes