The de Blasio Victory: Jon Kest’s Legacy The de Blasio Victory: Jon Kest’s Legacy
The late organizer helped pave a progressive path forward for New York and elsewhere.
Dec 2, 2013 / John Atlas and Peter Dreier
How ACORN Helped Save NOLA How ACORN Helped Save NOLA
The anti-poverty group ACORN was crucial to recovery efforts after Hurricane Katrina hit.
Aug 26, 2010 / Feature / John Atlas
The GOP’s Blame-ACORN Game The GOP’s Blame-ACORN Game
Republicans are scapegoating the respected community advocacy group for Wall Street's disastrous lending spree.
Oct 22, 2008 / Feature / Peter Dreier and John Atlas
GOP Mocks Public Service GOP Mocks Public Service
Mocking community organizers, the GOP attacks a tradition of collective self-help that's made America a more humane country.
Sep 5, 2008 / Feature / Peter Dreier and John Atlas