Family tells Sharpton to stay away
A source close the Scott family says they do not want the same kind of media attention that surrounded the death of Michael Brown:
We don’t want another Ferguson type of circus here.
Scott family attorney says said they appreciate Sharpton’s support but “the funeral is only going to be close family members.”
The Reverend Al has called and expressed his support and condolences. The family is very appreciative.
Sharpton says he has been in touch with the Scott family and their lawyers but insists he has no plans to go down.
They are in mourning and we would never come unless they asked. We’re willing to be helpful to the family but only when needed.
Politics Nation interview
Johnson, friend and witness of deceased teenager Brown describes the fatal attack and shooting of Brown:
I know what a taser looks like, a taser gun looks like and I know what a regular gun looks like. When I looked at the officer I was staring dead in front of the barrel and almost a second later the gun went off.
Reverend Al Sharpton interview
Winfrey interviews Reverend Al Sharpton and discusses his role in the civil rights movement and his new book.
Every morning I believe you should. I don’t believe I’ve prayed unless I am on my knees. Civil rights social justice not black rights civil rights for everyone. That’s what I do that’s my calling its what I’m good at.
