In a statement issued on Tuesday evening, Rev. Jackson expressed his gratitude to Rev. Haynes for "his service and leadership." "Our relationship with Rev. Haynes has been blessed by God to last over 30 great years. We remain eternal partners in the fight for peace, civil rights and economic justice." Rev. Jackson's son, Yusef Jackson, will continue to serve as Rainbow PUSH's Chief Operating Officer. Yusef Jackson When Rev. Jackson announced in July that he was stepping down, Haynes, senior pastor of Friendship-West Baptist Church in Dallas, was announced as his eventual successor. During his installation at the February ceremony, Haynes stated his intention to continue Rev. Jackson's mission and work. "I stand not in his shoes but on his shoulders, and because I stand on his shoulders, I hope you stand with me," Haynes told those who attended the ceremony.