Definitely in my "Top 10 Asses of American History"
You have cast an unwarranted supreme insult upon jerks. Alinsky was a communist. Have you ever met a bonafide communist organizer who knew what he was up to? I have, and I was frightened by their contempt for the individual and their thirst for both power and anarchy. That's why for decades our nation was at war, openly and covertly with communist organizations, movements, and governments.
Unfortunately, Alinsky's methods are effective. Just look at the rise of a Socialist empty shirt like Obama. He may very well be the next (and last) president of the USA.
I see the same effective tactics used by my union at work, the untold radical groups around San Francisco Bay, and they're at the heart of DNC tactics. The tactics are far beyond disgusting. But, they work on most anyone who is not aware they being used.