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From renter to owner, Sharpton locks in National Action Network's Harlem foothold for the long haul
By Aaron Morrison, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
The Rev. Al Sharpton’s staff and advisers stood around him just outside the doors of a cozy theater, where some of his most fervent supporters waited to greet him in the newly renovated headquarters of the National Action Network.When doors flung open, Sharpton entered to a standing ovation that ...
Key takeaway Al Sharpton’s staff and advisers stood around him just outside the doors of a cozy theater, where some of his most fervent supporters waited to greet him in the newly renovated headquarters of the National Action Network.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The National Action Network's decision to purchase a permanent home in Harlem has significant implications for community stability in rapidly gentrifying neighborhoods. San Antonio 's own experiences with gentrification in areas like the East Side and near-downtown neighborhoods can inform our understanding of the importance of long-term investments in community institutions. By choosing to sell to NAN over a large developer, George Faison has helped ensure that a vital community organization will remain a fixture in the neighborhood, rather than being priced out by rising property values. This move can serve as a model for San Antonio's own community leaders and organizations seeking to maintain a presence in changing neighborhoods, and highlights the need for thoughtful planning and investment in community institutions to support the long-term vitality of urban neighborhoods.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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