Top Democrats gather at National Action Network Convention

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April 10, 2026
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Top Democrats are gathering at the National Action Network Convention to court Black voters.

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Top Democrats are gathering this week at Reverend Al Sharpton's National Action Network Convention in New York. Democratic lawmakers are attending the event with the specific aim of courting Black voters. This effort highlights the party's focus on engaging a key demographic ahead of upcoming political cycles. CBS News' Fin Gómez is covering the convention.

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