Background:
Al Sharpton is a Civil Rights activist who has been active in voter registration drives and fighting racism. He twice ran unsuccessfully for the New York State Senate.
Employment Non-Discrimination:
Sharpton supports the Employment Non-Discrimination Act.
Gender Identity Employment:
Sharpton supports a federal bill that would outlaw workplace discrimination based on gender identity and expression.
Hate Crimes:
Sharpton supports the inclusion of sexual orientation and gender identity in the Federal Hate Crimes Law. Current law includes race, religion and national orientation.
Same-Sex Marriage:
Sharpton supports recognition for same-sex marriage.
Family Medical Leave:
Sharpton supports extending the Family Medical Leave Act to same-sex couples.
Same-Sex Immigration:
Sharpton supports the Permanent Partners Immigration Act (H.R. 832) which would allow American citizens to sponsor their same-sex partners for immigration into the country.
Gay and Lesbian Adoption:
Sharpton giving gays and lesbians the same rights to adopt children as heterosexuals.
Don't Ask, Don't Tell:
Sharpton supports a repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell, which would allow gay and lesbian soldiers to serve openly in the military.
