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People have a right to be nervous and fearful. They heard what Trump said during the campaign and are wondering if he`ll follow through on his promises.

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Al Sharpton
Age: 70
Born: 1954
Born: October 3
Film Actor
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Brooklyn
New York
Alfred Charles Al Sharpton
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