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The Rev. Al Sharpton on Tuesday defended the Rev. Jesse Jackson, who has come under fire for his recent crude off-air criticism of Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama. The Rev. Al Sharpton addresses the Southern Christian Leadership Conference in Kenner, Tuesday, July 29, 2008. The group, founded in New Orleans, is holding its 50th anniversary convention in the area this week. The Rev. Al Sharpton addresses the Southern Christian Leadership Conference in Kenner, Tuesday, July 29, 2008. The group, founded in New Orleans, is holding its 50th anniversary convention in the area this week.