Previous recipients include Al Pacino, Martin Scorsese and Steven Spielberg.

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Al Sharpton appeared with Martin's parents after Corey's announcement.

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Al Gore will be in Georgia on Sunday on behalf of Martin.

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Al Sharpton, both of whom have been regulars throughout the debate and in close contact with Martin's family.

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