WADE RATHKE is the founder of ACORN, Chief Organizer at ACORN International, and Author of "Nuts & Bolts", "Citizen Wealth", "Global Grassroots", and "The Battle for the 9th Ward".
Marble Falls We’re not star struck, but we do notice when someone who is someone in the broader world gives us a shout-out. We were OK with Brad Pitt trying to do something about the lower 9th ward in New Orleans after Katrina. We liked Jack Nicholson, Ryan O’Neil, and Carroll O’Conner, Archie Bunker …
Marble Falls Crocodile tears are flowing down millions of faces over the sad fate of the newly jobless Tucker Carlson, while real tears may be dripping down the cheeks of former president Trump and his fervent fans. Turns out that there are real consequences when you cost your boss more than three-quarters of a …
Marble Falls I don’t take any special joy in reading about the trials and tribulations of the Republicans, because let’s be honest, some of their problems are our problems, too, when there’s a chance that they may come back to haunt us. Saying that, I keep up with the zigzag moves of Florida’s governor …