Al Sharpton.
American Baptist minister, activist and talk show host
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
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LaMonica McIver, Al Sharpton, John Harmon, and Charles Boyer participated in a rally in Mercer County supporting Mikie Sherrill's agenda.Some support1 report
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Al Sharpton supported lawsuits against Ohio voting laws in 2012.Some support1 report
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A delegation led by President Boakai visited the U.S. for talks, while Al Sharpton praised Liberia's global role.Some support2 reports
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Al Sharpton's career gained prominence representing cases in Mississippi, where an incident occurred in Ocean Springs.Some support1 report
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Al Sharpton and the NAACP supported the cause of a missing teenager, linked to island investigation findings.Some support4 reports
One to three months ago
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Al Sharpton pressured Gavin Newsom and Kamala Harris regarding their presidential ambitions, while DSA backed Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez for primary victories.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Al Sharpton, who was born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1954.Some support1 report
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Mohamed El-Sayed's campaign in Michigan is being influenced by Al Sharpton and facing warnings from state lawmaker Karen Whitsett.Some support1 report
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Martin Luther King III, Al Sharpton, Bernie Sanders, and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez organized a modern civil rights demonstration and shared views on political power and progress.Some support2 reports
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Al Sharpton organizes modern civil rights advocacy movements on the East Coast.Some support1 report
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NY AG criticized Trump's election interference, while a Supreme Court case impacted voting rights, alongside a civil rights rally.Some support1 report
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Al Sharpton advocated for justice in past cases related to George Floyd.Some support2 reports
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Media used Al Sharpton's reaction to judge the criminal justice system during looting in Baltimore in 2015.Some support1 report
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Transportation failure affected multiple cities on August 28, 2026.Some support1 report
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Organizers, including Al Sharpton, are calling for civil action regarding ongoing civil rights issues involving the NAACP.Well supported6 reports
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Al Sharpton co-chairs a March at the Lincoln Memorial, while Kevin Hearn is noted as a potential political opponent.Some support2 reports
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Al Sharpton is involved in a high-profile investigation in Mississippi.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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Police shot Corey Ruiz in an altercation, leading to a eulogy delivered by Al Sharpton.Some support1 report
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Al Sharpton commented on a case while attending the NABJ conference in Georgia.Some support1 report
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Al Sharpton, Pete Buttigieg, and Steven Bartlett discussed presidential viability during past conventions on a podcast.Some support1 report
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Civil rights leaders Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton co-founded the Rainbow Coalition, sharing views on race and political action.Some support1 report
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CCRB oversees the police department led by Jessica Tisch, and she previously served under Al Sharpton's National Action Network.Some support2 reports
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Al Sharpton, the National Urban League, and Martin Luther King III led a coalition of civil rights groups on July 14th.Well supported48 reports
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Al Sharpton is the founder and president of the National Action Network.Some support1 report
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Kamala Harris and Al Sharpton shared a platform for civil rights advocacy, using Harlem as a base for community organizing.Well supported3 reports
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Celebrities, including Al Sharpton and Spike Lee, attended a memorial following a student's death in Mississippi.Some support1 report
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Williams used country imagery on product packaging, prompting a public response following remarks by Al Sharpton.Some support1 report
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Al Sharpton appeared on Fox News to discuss Donald Trump's political trajectory.Well supported3 reports
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An organization secured the Faison Firehouse Theater in Harlem to serve as its permanent headquarters.Well supported8 reports
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Al Sharpton and Adriano Espaillat shared a political stage during a rally on June 20th.Some support1 report
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Pressure is mounting regarding the recognition of the Juneteenth holiday, involving Al Sharpton and Nassau County.Some support1 report
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Al Sharpton questioned Dean Obeidallah about a bill while the Trump administration delayed the release of a $20 bill.Some support1 report
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Clarence B. Jones's early life, including his law degree and military service, was highlighted alongside a film about his life and praise from Al Sharpton.Some support1 report
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Al Sharpton and Jesse Jackson faced scrutiny over past offenses as of May 27, 2026.Some support1 report
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Al Sharpton reminded Pete Buttigieg about their shared lunch location.Some support1 report
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Around Al Sharpton this week
News at the entities that move Al Sharpton most-
Bernie Sanders OperationalCasar and Talarico held campaign stops in Denton and Fort Worth, while Sanders and O'Rourke appeared together at a rally.Moves Al Sharpton
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Martin Luther King III OperationalMartin Luther King III, David Beasley, and the Secretary-general participated in a forum in Utah.Moves Al Sharpton
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez OperationalAbdul El-Sayed, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Chuck Schumer are involved in a political dynamic marked by welcoming prominent socialist endorsements and competing within the Democratic Party structure.Moves Al Sharpton
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Kamala Harris OperationalKamala Harris campaigned for Scott Colom in an election on October 19, 2026.Moves Al Sharpton
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Donald Trump OperationalJudicial rulings constrain executive power, involving Elena Kagan and Donald Trump.Moves Al Sharpton
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George Floyd OperationalGeorge Floyd's death is cited as a driver of political shifts in Manhattan.Moves Al Sharpton
Connections
The 40 strongest of 71, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Bernie Sanders Operational
The two political figures actively collaborate by co-hosting and speaking at civil rights rallies and protests.
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Faison Firehouse Theater Structural
Al Sharpton's organization purchased the Faison Firehouse Theater and intends to utilize it as its permanent headquarters.
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Martin Luther King III Operational
The entities actively co-chair, co-organize, and lead civil rights coalitions and demonstrations.
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Operational
The entities actively collaborate by co-hosting rallies and protests to advance voting rights and civil rights causes.
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Kamala Harris Operational
The two individuals maintain active political coordination, discussing civil rights advocacy and potential future presidential bids.
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Donald Trump Operational
Sharpton actively critiques and organizes protests against the policies and rhetoric of the Trump administration, which influences the political environment.
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NAACP Operational
Al Sharpton and the NAACP actively collaborate in civil rights advocacy and participate in civil rights coalitions.
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Mohamed El-Sayed Operational
Al Sharpton actively collaborated with Mohamed El-Sayed's political campaign.
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Harlem Structural
Al Sharpton maintains an institutional base and conducts community organizing activities within the Harlem neighborhood.
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Randi Weingarten Operational
The two individuals are co-leading a coalition focused on voting rights issues.
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Congress Operational
Congress actively influences the political and legislative environment regarding protections relevant to Al Sharpton's advocacy.
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National Urban League Operational
A and B actively collaborate as partners within a coalition focused on civil rights and economic justice.
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Nassau County Shared context
Al Sharpton applies advocacy and pressure regarding specific issues, such as Juneteenth recognition, within the jurisdiction of Nassau County.
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Jesse Jackson Operational
The two figures share views and engage in political action related to race.
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George Floyd Operational
Al Sharpton and George Floyd are coupled through shared advocacy for justice following the police killing.
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Civilian Complaint Review Board Structural
The board's function includes the formal approval of appointments relevant to Al Sharpton's work.
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Gavin Newsom Operational
Al Sharpton is actively influencing Gavin Newsom regarding his presidential ambitions.
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Pete Buttigieg Operational
Al Sharpton and Pete Buttigieg actively interact and discuss political viability and presidential ambitions.
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Adriano Espaillat Operational
The relationship is evidenced by their shared presence and co-action on a political stage during a rally.
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Dean Obeidallah Operational
The two individuals engaged in a dialogue on 2019-05-27 regarding a specific bill, initiated by Sharpton's questioning.
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American Federation of Teachers Transactional
AFT provided funding to National Action Network, an organization associated with Al Sharpton.
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Clark Operational
Al Sharpton hosted Clark on PoliticsNation, indicating a direct public interaction.
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Abigail Spanberger Transactional
Sharpton's organization featured Spanberger as a speaker and included her in a supporting coalition.
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Jesse Jackson Operational
The evidence suggests that both Al Sharpton and Jesse Jackson have been viewed as figures who have faced scrutiny regarding past professional or personal offenses.
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DSA Operational
Al Sharpton has publicly featured a representative associated with DSA.
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Harris Operational
Sharpton pressured Harris regarding the possibility of a White House run.
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MS NOW Operational
Al Sharpton serves as a rotating anchor for the media entity MS NOW.
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Lincoln Memorial Shared context
Al Sharpton consistently utilizes the Lincoln Memorial as a venue for organizing political protests and marches.
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Mikie Sherrill Operational
Al Sharpton participates in rallies to support Mikie Sherrill's political agenda.
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Associated Press Transactional
Al Sharpton participated in an interview conducted by the Associated Press.
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Abdul El-Sayed Operational
Al Sharpton functions as a campaign voice actively supporting Abdul El-Sayed's political efforts.
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Lindsey Graham Mentioned together
The entities were co-mentioned in media regarding shared cultural references and acknowledgments.
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Los Angeles Police Department Operational
Al Sharpton's civil rights advocacy exerts pressure on the Los Angeles Police Department.
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David Jolly Mentioned together
Jolly and Sharpton were co-mentioned as participants in a discussion on the MS NOW platform.
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East Coast Shared context
The East Coast serves as the operational base and context for Al Sharpton's civil rights advocacy work.
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Barack Obama Shared context
Al Sharpton attended the opening ceremony of the Obama Presidential Center.
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Ohio Operational
Al Sharpton has supported lawsuits challenging the voting laws implemented in Ohio.
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Mary Corcoran Operational
Al Sharpton and Mary Corcoran jointly support the Vote Safe coalition initiative.
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Washington Square Park Shared context
Al Sharpton is scheduled to feature at an event held in Washington Square Park.
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Morgan Seymour Mentioned together
Both entities were reported to be facing a defamation lawsuit.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
4 events- Al Sharpton was honored with a National Humanitarian Award at the Chattanooga Humanitarian Awards Gala.
- Jumaane Williams and Al Sharpton are scheduled to feature at a Votefest event in Washington Square Park.
- LaMonica McIver, Al Sharpton, John Harmon, and Charles Boyer participated in a rally in Mercer County supporting Mikie Sherrill's agenda.
- Al Sharpton supported lawsuits against Ohio voting laws in 2012.
September 2026
6 events- A delegation led by President Boakai visited the U.S. for talks, while Al Sharpton praised Liberia's global role.
- Al Sharpton's career gained prominence representing cases in Mississippi, where an incident occurred in Ocean Springs.
- Al Sharpton and the NAACP supported the cause of a missing teenager, linked to island investigation findings.
- Al Sharpton, who was born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1954.
- Mohamed El-Sayed's campaign in Michigan is being influenced by Al Sharpton and facing warnings from state lawmaker Karen Whitsett.
- Al Sharpton organizes modern civil rights advocacy movements on the East Coast.
August 2026
12 events- Martin Luther King III, Al Sharpton, Bernie Sanders, and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez organized a modern civil rights demonstration and shared views on political power and progress.
- NY AG criticized Trump's election interference, while a Supreme Court case impacted voting rights, alongside a civil rights rally.
- Al Sharpton advocated for justice in past cases related to George Floyd.
- Media used Al Sharpton's reaction to judge the criminal justice system during looting in Baltimore in 2015.
- Transportation failure affected multiple cities on August 28, 2026.
- Organizers, including Al Sharpton, are calling for civil action regarding ongoing civil rights issues involving the NAACP.
- Al Sharpton co-chairs a March at the Lincoln Memorial, while Kevin Hearn is noted as a potential political opponent.
- Police shot Corey Ruiz in an altercation, leading to a eulogy delivered by Al Sharpton.
- Al Sharpton commented on a case while attending the NABJ conference in Georgia.
- Al Sharpton, Pete Buttigieg, and Steven Bartlett discussed presidential viability during past conventions on a podcast.
- Civil rights leaders Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton co-founded the Rainbow Coalition, sharing views on race and political action.
- CCRB oversees the police department led by Jessica Tisch, and she previously served under Al Sharpton's National Action Network.
Show 2 earlier months
July 2026
7 events- Al Sharpton pressured Gavin Newsom and Kamala Harris regarding their presidential ambitions, while DSA backed Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez for primary victories.
- Al Sharpton is involved in a high-profile investigation in Mississippi.
- Al Sharpton, the National Urban League, and Martin Luther King III led a coalition of civil rights groups on July 14th.
- Al Sharpton is the founder and president of the National Action Network.
- Kamala Harris and Al Sharpton shared a platform for civil rights advocacy, using Harlem as a base for community organizing.
- Celebrities, including Al Sharpton and Spike Lee, attended a memorial following a student's death in Mississippi.
- Williams used country imagery on product packaging, prompting a public response following remarks by Al Sharpton.
June 2026
8 events- Al Sharpton appeared on Fox News to discuss Donald Trump's political trajectory.
- An organization secured the Faison Firehouse Theater in Harlem to serve as its permanent headquarters.
- Al Sharpton and Adriano Espaillat shared a political stage during a rally on June 20th.
- Pressure is mounting regarding the recognition of the Juneteenth holiday, involving Al Sharpton and Nassau County.
- Al Sharpton questioned Dean Obeidallah about a bill while the Trump administration delayed the release of a $20 bill.
- Clarence B. Jones's early life, including his law degree and military service, was highlighted alongside a film about his life and praise from Al Sharpton.
- Al Sharpton and Jesse Jackson faced scrutiny over past offenses as of May 27, 2026.
- Al Sharpton reminded Pete Buttigieg about their shared lunch location.