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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".

Elections Matter Elsewhere Too

ACORN International Organizing Voting November 29, 2021 by Chief Organizer

Pearl River       In the United States where some are still arguing about the last election, others are trying to fix the next election, and many believe their election is the only thing that matters, it’s worth remembering that lots of elections matter and determine the direction of the world we live in, not just the one …

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Is Inflation Different Now?

Economics Financial Justice November 27, 2021 by Chief Organizer

Pearl River     There’s a lot of drum-thumping about inflation now.  How bad will it be?  Who will it hurt?  How long will it last?  It’s easy to scare up some fuss, since it’s been a minute since we’ve dealt with much inflation, especially over the last decade.  The doom and gloom folks are seeing this as the end of President Biden’s …

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Thanksgiving on the Bayou

Louisiana Recovery Personal Writings November 26, 2021 by Chief Organizer

Pearl River     A half-moon was peaking through the clouds as I walked the dog in the predawn, but they had become wispy as I left the dock to navigate my way up the bayou.  The water had risen during the night, so it was easy to climb into the canoe.  When it’s low, it’s more of a downward …

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Interviews with Wade Rathke

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Interview with NPR Gulf States Newsroom

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Interview with NPR Gulf States Newsroom

Wade Interview in Czech Republic

Sherry Linkon's Interview with Wade Rathke on the show "Lincoln Avenue" on WYSU radio about "Organizing and Citizen Wealth"

Italian Interview with Wade

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