NEW YORK, January 28, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Marquis Who's Who, the world's premier publisher of biographical profiles, is proud to present Reverend Al Sharpton with the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award. An accomplished listee, Reverend Al Sharpton celebrates many years' experience in his professional network and has been noted for achievements, leadership qualities, and the credentials and successes he has accrued in his field. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Deeply dedicated to advancing social justice, Reverend Sharpton has been involved in this cause from a young age, fostering his legacy through activism, various government positions, business, and more. During his early career years, at just 13 years old, he served as the youth director of Operation Breadbasket, appointed by Reverend Jesse Jackson and Reverend William Jones. Three years later, he founded the National Youth Movement, which fought against drugs and aimed to raise money for impoverished children in the inner cities. Over the years, Reverend Sharpton gained valuable management expertise as a James Brown Concert Tours road manager. During his time as a road manager, he began his fight for social justice within the government, serving on the New York State Senate and further advocating for disadvantaged communities.

Reverend Sharpton's career is marked by a series of impressive achievements. He served on the U.S. Senate, was elected as the mayor of New York City in 1997, and achieved a presidential nomination in 2004. On a nationwide scale, he established the National Action Network to fight for civil rights and served as director of the minister's division of the National Rainbow Push Coalition. His vast expertise is evident in his role as the host of several shows, including "Politicsnation" and "Keepin' It Real With Al Sharpton," and his appearances on television and in movies like "Law and Order: Special Victim's Unit," "Boston Legal," "Malcolm X," and "Rescue Me." His numerous honors, including being named one of the 100 most influential Black Americans by Ebony Magazine and earning a Humanitarian Award through the BET Awards in 2012, are a testament to his influence and inspire respect.

Given his vast achievements across several sectors, Reverend Sharpton has been honored many times. In addition to being named one of the 100 most influential Black Americans by Ebony Magazine, he earned a Humanitarian Award through the BET Awards in 2012. While his career has been filled with highlights, he takes the most pride in shedding light on racial violence, criminal justice, and police brutality. From high-profile cases like the Central Park Five to Benson Eric and George Floyd, he consistently strives to highlight the deep-seated issues impacting Black and Latino communities. In the vain of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., he labors tirelessly to spotlight these issues to incite change. Other notable aspects of his career include establishing the National Action Network, which continues to thrive, and continuously standing on the national stage at the Democratic Convention.

Looking ahead, Reverend Sharpton has ambitious plans for the future. Over the next two to five years, he aims to establish a permanent headquarters in New York for the National Action Network, expand its chapters, and solidify its influence in the 124 cities it currently occupies. His ultimate goal is to create a prestigious civil rights museum to honor the legacies of Adam Clayton Powell, Thurgood Marshall, Shirley Chisholm, and other influential figures. These plans inspire hope and optimism for the future of civil rights.

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