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Rev. Al Sharpton is a prominent American civil rights leader, Baptist minister, and television host. Here are some recent news articles and updates about him:
Recent News:
- March for Justice: Rev. Sharpton led a march for justice in Washington, D.C. on June 20, 2020, to demand police reform and an end to systemic racism. The march was attended by thousands of people.
- George Floyd Protests: Rev. Sharpton has been actively involved in the protests and demonstrations following the death of George Floyd, a black man who was killed by a white police officer in Minneapolis. He has called for justice and accountability for the officer involved.
- National Action Network: Rev. Sharpton is the founder and president of the National Action Network (NAN), a civil rights organization that advocates for social justice and equality. The organization has been involved in various initiatives, including voter registration drives and police reform efforts.
- TV Show: Rev. Sharpton hosts a weekly TV show, "PoliticsNation with Al Sharpton," on MSNBC. The show focuses on politics, social justice, and civil rights issues.
Recent Quotes:
- "We're not just fighting for justice, we're fighting for humanity." (Source: CNN)
- "The system is broken, and we need to fix it. We need to fix it now." (Source: NBC News)
- "We're not going to stop until we get justice for George Floyd and for all the other victims of police brutality." (Source: ABC News)
Recent Awards and Honors:
- NAACP Image Award: Rev. Sharpton received the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Literary Work - Non-Fiction for his book "The Aftermath: The Pursuit of Justice and Perfect Union" in 2020.
- Martin Luther King Jr. Award: Rev. Sharpton received the Martin Luther King Jr. Award from the National Association of Black Journalists in 2019.
These are just a few examples of recent news and updates about Rev. Al Sharpton. He continues to be a prominent figure in the civil rights movement and a vocal advocate for social justice and equality.