Al Sharpton

Al Sharpton is an American civil rights and social justice activist, Baptist minister, radio host, television personality, and political commentator.

Al Sharpton is an American civil rights and social justice activist, Baptist minister, radio host, television personality, and political commentator. He founded the National Action Network in 1991 and was a candidate for the Democratic nomination in the 2004 U.S. presidential election. He is known for public activism on issues including racial justice, police reform, and voting rights.

Early life and background

Al Sharpton was born in Brooklyn, New York, and later became known as a Baptist minister and public speaker. Sources describe him as having begun preaching at a young age and becoming involved in activism early in life.

Activism and National Action Network

Sharpton founded the National Action Network in 1991, a civil rights organization based in Harlem. The group has been associated with campaigns on racial justice, voting rights, and criminal justice reform.

Political career

Sharpton became a national political figure through activism and media appearances and sought the Democratic nomination for president in 2004. He has also been identified as a political commentator and advocate aligned with the Democratic Party.

Media career

Sharpton has worked as a radio host and television personality, including hosting the syndicated radio show Keepin' It Real and the MSNBC program PoliticsNation. His media work has been part of his broader public profile as an activist.