Harris, Buttigieg, other Dem hopefuls court key Black leaders at Sharpton convention
Eight potential candidates are speaking at Rev Al Sharpton's National Action Network convention in New York City
By Paul Steinhauser Fox News
Published April 10, 2026 10:45am EDT
It's only 2026, but the first major cattle call of potential Democratic presidential contenders in the 2028 White House race is underway.
Eight Democrats who may launch presidential campaigns are speaking in New York City at the National Action Network’s 35th Anniversary Convention.
The gathering, hosted by the civil rights organization's founder, the Rev. Al Sharpton, gives White House hopefuls an opportunity to speak directly to an influential group of Black leaders and activists who are key players in the Democratic Party's base.
Govs. Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania, JB Pritzker of Illinois and Wes Moore of Maryland, along with Rep. Ro Khanna of California, spoke over the past two days, while Gov. Andy Beshear of Kentucky and Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona are scheduled to appear Saturday.
On Friday, two veterans of former President Joe Biden's administration are in the spotlight: former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and the convention’s biggest draw, former Vice President Kamala Harris.
Harris, in front of a very friendly crowd, was interrupted by chants of "run again."
Asked by Sharpton if she would seek the presidency again, Harris answered, I might. I might. I’m thinking about it….I’ll keep you posted."
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