It's Official: Rev. Al Sharpton to Host 'PoliticsNation' at MSNBC

Mere days after MSNBC leader Phil Griffin told reporters that Rev.Al Sharpton "suits the MSNBC sensibility," the civil privileges activist has formally became a member of the cable network's roster of hosts.our editor recommendsAl Sharpton to produce Sunday-morning show'The Daily Show' Jams MSNBC for Misrepresenting Ron Perry, Maligning Leader Obama'Golden-Voiced Destitute Man' Lands MSNBC Gig The frequent cable news guest will host PoliticsNation, a nightly program which will air weeknights live at 6 pm eastern. This program, that will feature discussion at the time's head lines, will debut August. 29. STORY: MSNBC Professional States the Network Is Starting to 'Chip Away' at Fox "I have known Rev. Sharpton for more than ten years and also have tremendous respect for him. He happens to be our most thoughtful and entertaining visitors," stated Griffin inside a statement. "I am thrilled that he's now arrived at a place in the career where he's in a position to devote themself to hosting a nightly show." Adds Sharpton, that has subbed set for past MSNBC hosts and it has completed throughout the 6 pm time slot since June, "It's a natural extension of my existence work and growth. All of us study from our discomfort and operate from your tripping and something must either learn how to lean forward or fall backwards. I'm glad they've given me the chance to carry on my forward lean." STORY: Rachel Maddow Stretches MSNBC Contract (Exclusive) Earlier this year, Sharpton got a election of confidence from fellow MSNBC host Chris Matthews, who told the tv Experts Association he's done particularly well. "It matters in my experience who's on at 6 p.m., clearly, and that he has been doing very well to keep our audience and helping construct it towards 7 p.m. I am talking about, he isn't completely there yet, but when he will get the task, I believe he'd prosper.Inch Sharpton will keep his gig as host of the across the country syndicated radio reveal that broadcasts 5 days per week. Email: Lacey.Rose@THR.com Twitter: @LaceyVRose Related Subjects Al Sharpton MSNBC