Best Behind-the-Scenester
Barbara Rush
Ah, where to begin? She's fought for workers as an AFSCME rep, helped Austin firefighters win collective-bargaining rights, and managed political campaigns for a who's who list of officeholders, including her current boss, Council Member Laura Morrison. Without question, Barbara's a tough, in-the-trenches political veteran and a steady advocate for the poor and downtrodden. Bottom line: Barbara gets things done. The best part? She's as friendly as all get-out.
