Sept. 1 marked the 40th anniversary of the death of Sen. Henry M. “Scoop” Jackson. He served the state of Washington and our country in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1941 to 1953 and the U.S. Senate from 1953 to 1983. He was a true statesman the likes of which we don’t hear of in today’s news. Instead of “playing to his base,” Scoop, like others of his era, worked across the aisle to benefit the country. He was a champion of protecting human rights and protecting the environment, while being a true defender of freedom advocating a strong military to protect against tyrannical states that still exist today.
Scoop was born and raised in Everett, attended Longfellow School and Everett High School and never forgot his love for Everett.
Those wishing to learn more about Scoop, his life and his accomplishments can visit the Everett Museum of History’s Van Valey House and the Sen. Henry M. “Scoop” Jackson Room on the second floor. The exhibit is curated by Scoop’s daughter Anna Marie and includes some of his original office furnishings, photos and interactive displays showing some of his many accomplishments on the environment, human rights and national defense. An on-demand video display shows clips of his career and memories of those who knew him.
The Van Valey Museum is located at 2130 Colby Avenue in Everett. Hours every week are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 1 to 4 p.m. except holidays.
Bob Mayer
Everett
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