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Rev. Al Sharpton Declines Invitation To Speak At Panel On Black-Jewish Relations Following Controversy

The decision by Sharpton comes following strong and vocal criticism from the family of one of the Crown Heights riots’ victims.

2011/08/18

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Family Of Crown Heights Riots’ Victim Incensed Rev. Al Sharpton Was Invited To Speak At Panel

The family of Yankel Rosenbaum is incensed that Sharpton will be present at the forum because they believe he helped escalate the violence with some of his comments during the unrest.

2011/08/17

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