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We have not always agreed, but I have said repeatedly and publicly many times that Al Sharpton has never counseled violence, but he gets blamed for a whole lot of that.

- David Dinkins

You can`t twist Al Sharpton`s arm.

- David Dinkins

(Farrakhan`s invitation comes even as other African American leaders, from Reverend Al Sharpton to hip-hop superstar Kanye West, call for greater acceptance of gay people.) This could signal a turning point in our community, ... We are seeing an unprecedented discussion about sexuality in the black community. I`m confident that 20 to 30 years from now we will look at homophobia in the same light that we now look at racism.

- Keith Boykin

Al Sharpton can legitimately have a lucrative entertainment career and speaking career. People genuinely find him to be very entertaining, he can be funny and maybe he`ll make some money.

- Annie Bunker