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Is Another Fake Elector Scam Ahead?
If Trump loses the election will he try to repeat the fake elector scam that led to the Jan. 6, 2021 insurrection? New podcast episode?
Bob Gatty
Oct 9, 20242 min read
Laughing Through Politics with Congressman Curly
Tune in to our latest episode with Tony Zork, whose comedy routine as Congressman Curly seeks to bridge the political divide in America.
Bob Gatty
Oct 7, 20243 min read
Jack Smith's Brief: Trump, a Threat to Democracy
Jack Smith's brief accuses Trump of engaging in a broad effort to subvert the democratic process. Republicans are whining about the timing.
Mark M. Bello
Oct 4, 20245 min read
Michelle Green: Championing Change in Education
Should your local school board include members with education experience? Duh...Tune into our chat with educator-candidate Michelle Green.
Bob Gatty
Oct 3, 20243 min read
What Would Trump's Mass Deportations Look Like?
Is anyone still seeking a reason to say “no” to four more years of Donald Trump? Trump’s anti-immigrant rhetoric may provide good...
Mark M. Bello
Oct 3, 20245 min read
A Prescription to Fix Mental Health in America
🚨 Did you know 57.8 million adults in the U.S. live with a mental illness? Hear from Dr. Alice Feller about the urgent need for reform.
Bob Gatty
Sep 30, 20243 min read
Part 5: Politics & Political Opportunity
Racial bias in politics and political opportunities has existed since the first slaves were brought to this country. It continues today.
Mark M. Bello
Sep 28, 20247 min read
Donald at the Bat: Requiem for a Madman
Presenting "Donald at the bat: Requiem for a Madman," written by guest writer Don DeMesquita and inspired by the poem "Casey at the Bat".
Bob Gatty
Sep 26, 202410 min read
Part 4: Racial Bias in College Admissions & Testing
Racism still exists in academic testing for college admissions, especially in standardized entrance exams. Deep dive by Mark M. Bello.
Mark M. Bello
Sep 25, 20245 min read
Empowering Women & Transforming Politics
A growing organization, Vote Run Lead, is working to find and support qualified female candidates to serve in state legislatures nationwide.
Bob Gatty
Sep 24, 20243 min read
Part 3: Racial Discrimination in Everyday Life
Racial discrimination continues outside of the justice system in many aspects of everyday life. Part 3 of a series by Mark M. Bello.
Mark M. Bello
Sep 23, 20245 min read
Racial, Ethnic Bias in the Civil Justice System
In Part 2 of this series about racial bias in the judicial system, Attorney/author Mark M. Bello examines the civil justice system.
Mark M. Bello
Sep 20, 20246 min read
Trump's Plans for the Future? See Project 2025
Donald Trump says he has "concepts of a plan" to improve healthcare coverage in the U.S. Same old story. See Project 2025 for his "plan".
Bob Gatty
Sep 20, 20243 min read
Trump on the Defense: Harris Gains Momentum
If the election were today, Kamala Harris would defeat Donald Trump by about five points, according to national pollster Doug Kaplan.
Bob Gatty
Sep 20, 20242 min read
Equal Justice for All?
Politics and race should not affect sentences for those charged with a crime -- especially in capital punishment cases. But sadly they do.
Mark M. Bello
Sep 17, 20243 min read
Political Showdown: Trump-Harris Debate Recap
We breakdown the Trump-Harris debate on the Dixie Dems edition of the Lean to the Left podcast, including the political implications.
Bob Gatty
Sep 16, 20243 min read
Springfield Makes the Choice Crystal Clear
Discover why Springfield makes the choice crystal clear in the face of divisive political rhetoric and the impact on its community.
Mark M. Bello
Sep 14, 20244 min read
Trump Can Run, but He Can't Hide
The Democratic National Committee has launched a new mobile that is now circling the Tucson Music Hall. Trump can run, but he can't hide.
Bob Gatty
Sep 12, 20244 min read
10 Reasons Why Harris Whooped Trump
Here are the top 10 reasons why Harris whooped Trump in the debate. From debunking false claims to her professional demeanor.
Mark M. Bello
Sep 11, 20244 min read
From Ground Zero to Today: Understanding the 9/11 Generation
The September 11 terrorist attacks, which occurred 23 years ago, have left a lasting impact that continues to reverberate through...
Bob Gatty
Sep 10, 20243 min read
What is Trump's Spaghetti Strategy?
Trump's strategy: Throw stuff against the wall to see what sticks. That's his "spaghetti strategy," and it doesn't seem to be working.
C J Waldron
Sep 9, 20244 min read
Schools Under Siege: Examining the Aftermath of the Georgia Shooting
The Dixie Dems dissect the devastating GA school shooting, its political repercussions, and potential solutions. Essential listening.
Bob Gatty
Sep 9, 20243 min read
A Fact of Life
Just a Fact of Life There was another school shooting, this time in rural Georgia, home of MAGA maven Majorie Taylor Greene. She touted...
C J Waldron
Sep 6, 20243 min read
Understanding Project 2025, A Threat to American Democracy
Curious about the dark underbelly of Project 2025? Here's how this blueprint would be a dangerous threat to American democracy.
Bob Gatty
Sep 4, 20244 min read
Lean to the Left provides liberal political commentary about important developments involving Republicans and Democrats in power, and supports efforts to resist those who would subvert democracy and impede freedom of the press. We also present the Lean to the Left podcast and videos, with newsmaker interviews and progressive commentary.
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