John Burton: A Hero of our TimeRandy Shawbyline‚ Dec. 02‚ 2004John Burton's political career has come to an end. The media has emphasized his crusty, old-school style, and his commitment to fighting for the poor. But all of these "end of an era" stories have failed to capture the indispensable role that Burton played in every progressive victory in the state legislature over the past several years. Burton was a political giant, and it is time to give him the full credit he deserves. |