PONAN Statement on Passing of Harlem Icon Beverly Alston

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Jul 11, 2018

STATEMENT FROM REV. AL SHARPTON ON THE PASSING OF HARLEM ICON AND NATIONAL ACTION NETWORK LIFETIME MEMBER, BEVERLY ALSTON

NEW YORK (July 11, 2018) — Rev. Al Sharpton, civil rights leader and President of National Action Network (NAN) released the following statement on the passing of Beverly Alston:

“National Action Network (NAN) and I are deeply saddened by the passing of Beverly Alston. Ms. Alston joined NAN the first year we formed and her unwavering dedication to NAN’s mission and overarching goals remains unparalleled. We are heartbroken by her passing and she will forever be missed. Therefore, this Saturday, we will dedicate our Saturday rally in her honor.”