My Visit to the House of Justice

I know it’s been a few day since I’ve last posted here but,  hopefully you are following me on both Facebook and Twitter as I post throughout the day.

On Saturday, November 23rd, I finally made it up to Harlem’s headquarters of Rev. Al Sharpton’s, National Action Network (NAN) – House of Justice. Being a regular listener to the Saturday morning live broadcast, I was compelled to drive the few extra blocks once I dropped my daughter off to her program. “Get in on the action” and “where the action is” are terms that are coined to describe the participation in the weekly rally and NAN’s activities; and is just what I did.

As expected, the vigor and enthusiasm that his team communicates with was infectious. It’s not just the passion that the leaders of NAN have that really makes you want to join the movement but the work that they are actually on the ground getting done.  I was able to connect to the leaders of the Brooklyn chapter and look forward to support the work happening within my borough.

Rev. Sharpton was indeed, Rev. Sharton.  He covered everything from shop & frisk, to Obamacare, healthy eating, and violence in the community.  However; most importantly he discussed the basics of loving thy neighbor and doing what you can to make a valuable contributions.  “Don’t just quote scripture, but live the scripture”.  He empowered all to let “get loose and over what has not helped you; discover you and let God embellish it”!

He publicly condemned the recent issue of the Knock-out game and called on celebrities to do so as well. Rev. Sharpton indicated he will be working with the media to put messages addressing the issue as well.  “This kind of behavior is deplorable and must be condemned by all of us. We would not be silent if it was the other way around. We cannot be silent or in any way reluctant to confront it when it is coming from our own community.”  Rev. Sharpton addressed how parents and the community alike need to join forces to put a quick end to this violence which is what I touched on in a previous post as well.

NAN Leaders & Mayor Webb

The disappointing aspect of my visit was the lack of presence of younger people as the majority of those gathered were close to senior. Lastly, the fact that every seat was not occupied and I expected if not standing room only, close to it!

Overall, it was an empowering experience and I left with concrete ways to support the movement.  Spread Love It’s The BrooKlyn Kisha Way!