Press Releases
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STATEMENT FROM NATIONAL ACTION NETWORK (NAN): WOMEN LEADERS SUPPORT JOY-ANN REID
—Sep 16 2021STATEMENT FROM NATIONAL ACTION NETWORK (NAN): WOMEN LEADERS SUPPORT JOY-ANN REID Black women can have discussions on vaccinations, but to call Joy-Ann Reid names–who has stood for and symbolized Black excellence–is unfair and unwarranted. Joy-Ann has done superior journalism and advocacy with integrity and should be protected and supported. Though we respect Nicki […]
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Civil Rights Leaders to Senate: Eliminate Jim Crow Filibuster and Take Federal Action to Protect Voting Rights
—Sep 13 2021Civil Rights Leaders to Senate: Eliminate Jim Crow Filibuster and Take Federal Action to Protect Voting Rights Senate Returns from Recess Following Tens of Thousands Marching for National Legislation at March On for Voting Rights WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the Senate returned from August recess after 101 national demonstrations on August 28th, where tens of thousands […]
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SUNDAY: CIVIL RIGHTS LEADER REV. AL SHARPTON TO BE JOINED BY MEMBERS OF THE TEXAS DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION FOR A PRESS CONFERENCE TO DECRY RESTRICTIVE ABORTION & VOTING RIGHTS LAWS
—Sep 09 2021For Planning Purposes: September 9, 2021 Contact: Rachel Noerdlinger, [email protected] Avery Rose Royster, [email protected] Amaris Cockfield, [email protected] SUNDAY: CIVIL RIGHTS LEADER REV. AL SHARPTON TO BE JOINED BY MEMBERS OF THE TEXAS DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION FOR A PRESS CONFERENCE TO DECRY RESTRICTIVE ABORTION & VOTING RIGHTS LAWS Rev. Al Sharpton to Preach at […]
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An Open Letter to Sen. Minority Leader McConnell and Senate Republicans
—Sep 07 2021An Open Letter to Sen. Minority Leader McConnell and Senate Republicans September 7, 2021 Upon the death of beloved civil rights leader Congressman John Lewis, many of the individuals to whom this letter is addressed expressed sadness at the nation’s loss and admiration for his committed and selfless public service. On Martin […]
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Rev. Al Sharpton to Deliver the Eulogy for Daunte Wright & Attorney Ben Crump & the Family to Deliver Special Remarks
—Apr 20 2021Members of the family of George Floyd to Attend as the World Mourns Another Young Black Man Killed by the Police Watch the Service WHO Civil rights leader Rev. Al Sharpton, civil rights attorney Ben Crump, and members of the family of Daunte Wright to Deliver Special Remarks and Reflections WHAT Funeral Services for Daunte […]
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Rev. Sharpton & Attorney Ben Crump to Hold Press Conference to Make Major Announcements Regarding the George Floyd & Daunte Wright Cases
—Apr 13 2021Press Conference to Follow “Mothers of the Movement” Panel During NAN’s National Virtual Convention WHO Civil rights leader Rev. Al Sharpton, President of National Action Network Civil rights and Personal Injury Attorney Ben Crump WHEN April 14, 2021 2:00 pm WHERE Outside of The Sheraton New York Times Square 811 7th Avenue @ 52nd Street […]
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President Joe Biden to Deliver Opening Remarks at NAN’s National Virtual Convention
—Apr 13 2021Plenary Addresses by Majority Leader of the U.S. Senate, Chuck Schumer, Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, Nancy Pelosi & United States Attorney General Merrick Garland to Immediately Follow President Biden’s Remarks NEW YORK, NY (April 13, 2021) — Civil rights leader Rev. Al Sharpton announced today that 46th President of the United States […]
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The Attorney General and Over a Dozen Cabinet & Congressional Leaders to Attend NAN’s National Virtual Convention
—Apr 07 2021Civil Rights Leaders, Clergy, Activists, Government Officials & More to Examine the State of Civil Rights, Racial Justice and Equality April 14-17 NEW YORK (April 7, 2021) — Civil rights leader Rev. Al Sharpton announced today that National Action Network’s Annual Convention will feature the nation’s key civil rights leaders, elected officials, clergy, grassroots organizers, […]
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Statement by Rev. Al Sharpton and National Action Network (NAN) on President Joe Biden’s Judicial Nominee Announcements
—Mar 30 2021New York, NY (March 30, 2021) — The judicial nominations announced today by President Joe Biden are one of the most significant steps towards racial diversity and inclusion in our justice system. I received the list of his nominations while sitting in the courthouse in Minneapolis with the family of George Floyd. As we watch […]
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Civil Rights Leaders Denounce Passage of Georgia Senate Bill 202 as “Pure Voter Suppression”
—Mar 27 2021NEW YORK (March 26, 2021) – The National Urban League, the National Action Network and the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation issued the following statement: We must call this bill what it is: pure voter suppression. The Georgia legislators, Governor Brian Kemp, and Senate Bill 202 are firmly on the wrong side of history. […]