CHICAGO (WLS) -- Former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. says he wants his old job back. On Wednesday, the son of civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. officially launched his campaign for Illinois' 2nd Congressional District seat.

The district stretches from Chicago's South Side all the way down Danville and west to Pontiac.

Jackson Jr. spoke about why he's getting into the race and why voters should trust him after his conviction related to campaign finance fraud.

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The former congressman brings with him a lot of experience in politics, and a lot of name recognition, but also some baggage. Now, he's determined to earn back the voters trust and try and make a difference.

"I'm running to serve," Jackson Jr. said.

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