Critics Angry Over Sharpton's Book Deal With Cash Money

A few weeks ago, Rev. Al Sharpton made an interesting decision. Despite criticizing several rappers throughout his career, Sharpton opted to sign with Cash Money Content to release his new memoir. What's even more strange is the fact that he just criticized Lil Wayne for his controversial line about Emmett Till, and even met with the family.

Carl Redding, a chef and former associate of Sharpton's, recently wrote an open letter to the Rev. asking him to "return the blood money" he accepted for the book deal.

"As one who has spent years publicly crusading against the harmful effects of misogynistic lyrics on our young people, it's clear that your decision to cut a lucrative financial deal with those who propagate such destructive images in our community, is the latest example of your failed leadership," wrote Redding.

He ends his letter by writing, "So Rev. Sharpton, in conclusion of my Open Letter to you, I am publicly imploring you to end your business relationship with Cash Money and return the "blood money" that you have accepted from those very people who continue to have the highest disregard for our women and our community."

Sharpton's memoir, The Rejected Stone, will document his journey from street activist to political candidate. Do you find Sharpton's deal with Cash Money to be hypocritical?