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local14 days ago•5 min saved

Sharpton leads eulogy as Madison confronts Corey Ruiz police shooting

At a Madison funeral for Corey Ruiz, a 38-year-old Black man fatally shot by a city officer, Rev. Al Sharpton delivered the eulogy as activists demand accountability. The Wisconsin DOJ is investigating the shooting and four officers are on leave; the shooter was identified as Kiel Baitinger-Peterson, who was reportedly injured after Ruiz allegedly pulled a knife during an attempted arrest. The case followed days of protests and an encampment near the Capitol that was cleared, with an independent autopsy results expected.

via WPR|

#al-sharpton #corey-ruiz #doj-investigation

usnews1 month ago•3 min saved

Hundreds Honor Nolan Wells at Mississippi Funeral as Justice Drive Intensifies

Hundreds gathered at Center Pointe Church in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, to mourn Nolan Wells, the 18-year-old whose Fourth of July Horn Island boating trip drew national scrutiny. Rev. Al Sharpton was slated to deliver a eulogy and Wells’ family attorney Ben Crump planned to press for justice as an independent autopsy—funded by Tyler Perry—was announced amid ongoing questions about his death. Wells’ body was found on Horn Island days after he disappeared, and the family described the funeral as a celebration of his life.

via NBC News|

#al-sharpton #ben-crump #funeral

politics4 months ago•9 min saved

Harris Tops Crowd at Dems' 2028 Bid Kickoff at NAN Convention

At the Rev. Al Sharpton’s National Action Network convention in New York, Kamala Harris drew the loudest reception among 2028 Democratic hopefuls, signaling strong support from Black voters as other contenders—including Wes Moore, Cory Booker and Pete Buttigieg—made less energetic pitches; Sharpton pressed candidates on civil rights and NAN priorities, and Harris publicly acknowledged she’s weighing a 2028 bid.

via Politico|

#2028-election #al-sharpton #black-voters

politics4 months ago•4 min saved

Harris hints at 2028 bid after 2024 loss, at National Action Network event

At a National Action Network convention, Kamala Harris teased a possible 2028 presidential run, telling Al Sharpton ‘I might… I’m thinking about it’ but stopping short of a firm commitment, while highlighting her four years as vice president and proximity to the Oval Office. The moment followed chants of “Run again!” and positioned Harris among potential 2028 contenders as Democrats assess post-2024 dynamics after Trump’s victory.

via Al Jazeera|

#2028-election #al-sharpton #democratic-party

politics4 months ago•5 min saved

Harris Signals 2028 Bid in NAN Convention Show of Support

At Rev. Al Sharpton’s National Action Network convention in New York, Kamala Harris teased a possible 2028 presidential bid, telling a packed crowd she’s thinking about it and even saying “I might” when asked if she’d run again, sparking chants of “Run again!” from supporters. While some Democrats question her viability after the 2024 loss, Harris used the forum to highlight her foreign-policy experience and recent campaigning, and Sharpton called her a viable candidate, noting early support among Black voters amid limited early polling on 2028 contenders.

via The Washington Post|

#2028-election #al-sharpton #democratic-politics

politics4 months ago•4 min saved

Harris Signals 2028 Presidential Bid at National Action Network Convention

Kamala Harris gave the clearest public signal yet that she is weighing a 2028 presidential bid, telling Rev. Al Sharpton at the National Action Network convention, “I might, I might. I’m thinking about it. I’ll keep you posted,” a moment greeted with strong enthusiasm by a diverse, power-network audience.

via Politico|

#2028-election #al-sharpton #democratic-party

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Al Sharpton Criticizes 'Latte Liberals' for Disconnect with Communities

MSNBC's Al Sharpton criticized 'latte liberals' for speaking on behalf of people they don't engage with, arguing that some Democrats aim to lead those they don't like. He emphasized that the civil rights movement seeks to correct, not overthrow, the system. Sharpton's comments were in response to a New York Times column by Maureen Dowd, which discussed the Democratic Party's struggles with identity politics and the negative impact of 'defund the police' messaging. The discussion highlighted the party's perceived elitism and its alienation of many voters.

via Fox News|

#al-sharpton #defund-the-police #democrats

politics3 years ago•2 min saved

Viral Video: Ramaswamy Challenges Sharpton's Political Experience

A clip from 2003 of Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy questioning then-Democratic candidate Al Sharpton about his lack of political experience has gone viral. Ramaswamy, who was an 18-year-old Harvard student at the time, asked Sharpton why he should vote for someone with the least political experience. Sharpton responded by highlighting his involvement in the political movement since the age of 12 and his experience in social policy. The resurfaced clip has gained attention after Ramaswamy referred to it in a recent interview. Ramaswamy, who is currently running for president, acknowledged that he voted for the libertarian candidate in the 2004 election.

via Yahoo News|

#2004-election #al-sharpton #political-experience

politics3 years ago•1 min saved

Controversy Surrounds Al Sharpton's Eulogy for Jordan Neely

Former Republican Congressman Sean Duffy accused civil rights activist Al Sharpton of raising money off of Jordan Neely's killing after Sharpton delivered a fiery speech at Neely's funeral on Friday. Duffy criticized Sharpton's speech and accused him of not doing enough to help other homeless people like Neely. Duffy also emphasized the need to enforce laws and use the court system to determine cases instead of judging people by race.

via Mediaite|

#al-sharpton #funeral-speech #homelessness

politics3 years ago•1 min saved

Controversy and Mourning at Jordan Neely's Funeral

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' team responded to Reverend Al Sharpton's criticism of the governor during a eulogy for Jordan Neely, who died in the New York City subway system. DeSantis had praised Daniel Penny, a Marine veteran charged with manslaughter for placing Neely in a chokehold. Sharpton criticized DeSantis for his comments during the eulogy, prompting DeSantis' press secretary to slam Sharpton for using the funeral to attack the governor.

via New York Post |

#al-sharpton #chokehold #jordan-neely

politics3 years ago•2 min saved

Controversy and Mourning at Jordan Neely's Funeral

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' team responded to Al Sharpton's criticism of the governor during a eulogy for Jordan Neely, who died in the New York City subway system. DeSantis praised Daniel Penny, a Marine veteran who is charged with one count of second-degree manslaughter for placing Neely in a chokehold. Sharpton criticized DeSantis for his comments during the eulogy, and DeSantis' press secretary slammed Sharpton for using the funeral to attack the governor.

via Fox News|

#al-sharpton #chokehold #jordan-neely

crime3 years ago•3 min saved

Remembering Jordan Neely: Funeral honors life, family seeks justice.

During the funeral of Jordan Neely, Rev. Al Sharpton criticized Marine veteran Daniel Penny for choking Neely to death on a New York City train, saying "when they choked Jordan, they put their arms around all of us." Penny is being charged with second-degree manslaughter for allegedly choking Neely, who was making threats and scaring passengers. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez also attended the funeral, saying that it's important to recognize a human life. Penny's attorney argues that he was acting to protect himself and other passengers.

via Fox News|

#al-sharpton #chokehold #crime

crime3 years ago•3 min saved

Al Sharpton delivers emotional eulogy for Jordan Neely at Harlem funeral.

Civil rights leaders, friends, and family members gathered at a Harlem church to mourn Jordan Neely, who was killed when passengers restrained him on the New York subway rail system, including one who used a chokehold. The Rev Al Sharpton called for more support for the man’s family and railed against vigilantism in a speech at Neely’s funeral. The man who pinned and choked Neely, Daniel Penny, was charged with manslaughter by the Manhattan district attorney. Penny’s lawyers say he was acting to protect himself and other passengers after Neely made threatening statements.

via The Guardian US|

#al-sharpton #crime #jordan-neely

society3 years ago•3 min saved

Rev. Al Sharpton to deliver eulogy at Jordan Neely's funeral in Harlem.

The funeral of Jordan Neely, who was choked to death on the subway earlier this month, was held in Harlem on Friday. The case has sparked protests and debate around the country about subway safety and the treatment of homeless and mentally ill people. Rev. Al Sharpton delivered the eulogy. Neely was known as a Michael Jackson impersonator and struggled with mental illness and addiction. He was on the city's "Top 50" list of homeless people in need of assistance and treatment. The man who killed him, Daniel Penny, has been charged with second-degree manslaughter.

via The New York Times|

#al-sharpton #homelessness #jordan-neely

crime3 years ago•2 min saved

Rev. Al Sharpton to deliver eulogy at funeral of NYC subway chokehold victim.

Reverend Al Sharpton is set to deliver the eulogy at the funeral of Jordan Neely, who died after being put in a chokehold on a subway train by Marine Veteran Daniel Penny. Penny has been charged with manslaughter, and detectives are still looking to interview witnesses. Neely's family has said he battled mental health problems and was in and out of psychiatric care, and was homeless by choice.

via WABC-TV|

#al-sharpton #crime #funeral