Meet Shade Burgs – Author, Veteran, and Lifelong Advocate
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It’s my absolute pleasure to introduce a man who has my unwavering respect—not just as a decorated combat veteran, small business owner, and gifted writer, but as my real-life best friend. Shade Burgs is now an official contributor to Rescue Our Democracy (ROD), and I couldn’t be more proud to have his voice join ours.
Born and raised in Iowa, Shade has lived through and stood firm in some of life’s most unrelenting battles—both on the frontlines in service to this country, and right here at home, in the fight for truth, justice, and common sense. His perspective is grounded, unflinching, and always from the heart. He doesn’t write to impress—he writes to challenge, to connect, and to call things exactly as they are.
As a decorated combat veteran, Shade brings a level of lived experience and integrity that cuts through the noise. As a small business owner, he knows the grit it takes to build something real in a system that often seems designed to keep everyday people down. And as a writer, he weaves insight and honesty into every sentence.
Shade’s contributions will be raw, informed, and rooted in a deep love for community and country—not the kind sold on bumper stickers, but the kind that shows up, speaks out, and fights for a better future.
Please join me in welcoming him to the ROD author team. I’m honored to stand beside him.
You can read his first article and all contributions for the world here: