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Al Sharpton

I was raised by a single mother who made a way for me. She used to scrub floors as a domestic worker, put a cleaning rag in her pocketbook and ride the subways in Brooklyn so I would have food on the table. But she taught me as I walked her to the subway

Al Sharpton

Family

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Al Sharpton is describing how his mother worked very hard, doing tough and humble jobs, to provide for him despite their difficult circumstances. While accompanying her on these daily trips, she also gave him important lessons and guidance during their time together.

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