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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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Jon Melrod: A Lifetime of Fighting for Union Rights
Lean to the Left podcast guest Jon Melrod returns us to the days of student protests against the Vietnam War and battles to protect workers.
Bob Gatty
Dec 18, 20222 min read
Why Republicans Don’t Want to Fix Immigration
The GOP solution to the immigration "problem" is typified by the Arizona governor's makeshift border wall made of shipping containers.
C J Waldron
Dec 16, 20224 min read
The Dixie Dems: The Big Story is Uncle Joe
President Biden's ability to prevent the predicted "red wave" in the Nov. elections is the political story of the year: The Dixie Dems.
Bob Gatty
Dec 14, 20222 min read
What's Next for 2024?
Some possible 2024 presidential election scenarios. Regardless, Donald Trump's heavy influence will continue. Analysis by Chris Waldron.
C J Waldron
Dec 13, 20226 min read
A No Bullshit Plan for Saving the Planet
Podcast guest John Pabon calls on businesses and consumers alike to fight climate change with no BS steps to improve sustainability.
Bob Gatty
Dec 10, 20222 min read
What About Those CBD Products?
Podcast guest Inesa Ponomarlovalte says CBD products have many health benefits but the feds need to regulate for the safety of consumers.
Bob Gatty
Dec 8, 20223 min read
Is Religion the New Jim Crow?
Those on the right are trying to rescind hard fought gains ending Jim Crow discriminatory practices. But GA Sen. Raphael Warnock still won.
C J Waldron
Dec 7, 20225 min read
Can We Trust the Integrity of the U.S. Supreme Court?
Attorneys may be disbarred for violating canons related to undue influence and conflict of interest. So, why not Supreme Court Justices?
Mark M. Bello
Dec 6, 20223 min read
Raise Your Voice Against Racism, Hate
A man was arrested Dec. 2 after screaming anti-Semitic, racist remarks at parents and children outside a Detroit-area day care center.
Mark M. Bello
Dec 5, 20224 min read
Using Literature & the Arts to Promote Social Justice
Today on our podcast I’m with Ciahnan Darrell, author of "Blood at the Root", to discuss how literature can promote social justice.
Bob Gatty
Dec 3, 20224 min read
The 'Right' to Bear Arms?
Owning a gun should be a privilege given to those who have earned it. Then, we wouldn’t be burying our children so often, writes CJ Waldron.
C J Waldron
Dec 2, 20226 min read
Republicans Need to Take a Hard Right Turn
If Republicans hope to accomplish anything in the next two years, they'll need to cater to their more extreme members, a dangerous scenario.
C J Waldron
Nov 28, 20225 min read
How to Avoid an Unhappy Holiday
When it comes to fraud, it’s not too paranoid to think other folks are out to get you--because they are, especially during the holidays.
Arthur Hill
Nov 27, 20223 min read
Escaping the Nazis: The Boy Behind the Door
On our podcast, David Tabatsky, author of "The Boy Behind the Door," tells the true story of how a young Jewish boy escaped the Nazis.
Bob Gatty
Nov 26, 20224 min read
The Dixie Dems: Will We Ever Turn Blue?
On the Dixie Dems Lean to the Left podcast: GA, SC, NC election analysis; Herschel Walker; Trump VP Talk; How to turn red states blue?
Bob Gatty
Nov 23, 20222 min read
The Republican Revenge Agenda
Republicans say they will pursue an agenda aimed at enacting revenge on Democrats for their pursuit of justice involving Donald Trump.
C J Waldron
Nov 21, 20226 min read
Can Meditation, Yoga Prevent Alzheimer's?
On the Lean to the Left podcast, Dr. Shuvendu Sen says meditation, Yoga, and music can help prevent Alzheimer's disease in many people.
Bob Gatty
Nov 20, 20223 min read
A Story of Lust, Greed & War
In 1967, Allen B. Clark was serving with Special Forces in intelligence operations in Vietnam when he lost both legs in a mortar attack.
Bob Gatty
Nov 16, 20224 min read
Political Karens and the Midterms
It’s time to retire "Karens", both political and otherwise, and restore honesty and dignity to our political dialogue, writes CJ Waldron.
C J Waldron
Nov 14, 20225 min read
Republicans To Trump: Enough! Please Go Away
Although Trump appears set on announcing his candidacy for president in 2024, there's no reason for Republicans to fear him any longer.
Bob Gatty
Nov 12, 20224 min read
From Inside the Walls, Prison Reform
For an inside-the-walls look at America's prison system and a common sense approach to prison reform, check out this podcast episode.
Bob Gatty
Nov 12, 20222 min read
The Biggest Loser
It was supposed to be a big red wave with the GOP rolling over the House of Representatives and likely winning the Senate. Then came Trump.
Bob Gatty
Nov 11, 20223 min read
Base Paths to Drag Strips, a Tale of Risk & Reward
For an inside look at trying to become a major league baseball player and adapting to life afterwards, meet Bob Wilber on our podcast.
Bob Gatty
Nov 9, 20223 min read
The Christian Right's U.S. Supreme Court Takeover
Christian conservatives, led by a cabal of wealthy, influential Republicans, have executed a long, drawn out coup that now gives them...
Bob Gatty
Nov 6, 20221 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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