Sharpton's Convention Scorecard: Who Impressed for 2028?

At the recent National Action Network convention, a parade of potential Democratic presidential candidates took the stage. In an interview, the Rev. Al Sharpton gave his private reviews of their performances. The civil rights leader and political insider assessed 10 Democrats who spoke at his event. He explained why two of them, in his view, failed to make a strong impression. Sharpton's convention has become a key testing ground. Potential candidates use it to connect with Black voters, a vital part of the Democratic base. His private critiques offer an early look at the emerging field for the 2028 election. The full details of his assessments are reported by The New York Times.