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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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Another Day in Crazytown
Well, folks, it's just another day in Crazytown. The coronavirus is scaring the daylights out of people and Trump plays political footsie.
C J Waldron
Mar 4, 20202 min read
Satire: Fox News to Buy Sexy Vixen Vinyl Website
Apparently based on recommendations from its right wing commentator Brit Hume, Fox News reportedly is in negotiation to buy #SexyVixenVinyl.
Bob Gatty
Mar 3, 20202 min read
Trump and the Judges
Recently, Donald Trump said Supreme Ct. Justices Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Sonya Sotomayor should recuse themselves from “Trump-related cases.
C J Waldron
Mar 2, 20202 min read
Sick of Lindsey Graham?
Are you as sick of Trump's good buddy Lindsey Graham as I am? Sick of his pandering? His nasty partisan attacks? There's hope. Read on.
Bob Gatty
Mar 1, 20203 min read
Pandemic Politics
If you don’t know anything about Coronavirus (COVID-19), it’s time you learned. As of today, 19 cases were reported, including one death.
Bob Gatty
Feb 29, 20204 min read
Primary Day
It’s primary day in South Carolina. It's the time when Democrats in SC choose who they believe will defeat Donald Trump.
C J Waldron
Feb 29, 20203 min read
Warren for the Win
NFN writer Stacy Fitzgerald backs Sen. Elizabeth Warren for President, saying she fights for issues she cares about. Seventh in a series.
Stacy Fitzgerald
Feb 29, 20204 min read
After All, it's Joe
My journey to decision has been wild and circuitous one as my thinking has changed several times. But in the end, it's Joe.
Bob Gatty
Feb 28, 20205 min read
Why I'm with Joe
NFN writer Stacie Pearman backs Vice President Joe Biden for President saying he's the best shot to defeat Donald Trump. Fifth of a series.
Stacie Pearman
Feb 27, 20202 min read
Bernie. But Vote Blue
NFN writer Joe Picatello backs Sen. Bernie Sanders for President because of his kids. Fourth of a series by NFN writers about their choices.
Joe Picatello
Feb 26, 20202 min read
Still Feeling the Bern
NFN writer Susan Hutchinson backs Sen. Bernie Sanders for President and explains why. Third of a series by NFN writers about their choices.
Bob Gatty
Feb 25, 20203 min read
Pete Buttigieg: Fighting for America's Future
NFN writer Chris Waldron backs Pete Buttigieg for President and explains why. First of a series by NFN writers about their choices.
C J Waldron
Feb 24, 20203 min read
Elizabeth Warren for President
NFN writer Lauren Kligman backs Elizabeth Warren for President and explains why. First of a series by NFN writers about their choices.
Lauren Kligman
Feb 23, 20202 min read
Three Nightmare Scenarios
As the presidential election looms large, several scenarios could play out as the results roll in. None would be good for democracy.
C J Waldron
Feb 22, 20202 min read
Is Sanders the Next McGovern? Or Goldwater?
If Sen. Bernie Sanders wins the Democratic presidential nomination, will that lead to a McGovern-like defeat for Democrats?
Bob Gatty
Feb 21, 20203 min read
Pretzel Logic and the Trump Economy
The economy is humming along nicely. All indicators see no end in sight to this 11-year joy ride. But, of course, it's all about Trump. Not.
C J Waldron
Feb 20, 20202 min read
Ban Assault Weapons. Join the Campaign
Robert Schentrup's sister was murdered at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland,, FL. Now he's fighting for sensible gun laws.
Bob Gatty
Feb 19, 20203 min read
Want Mercury in Your Water? Trump's EPA Will Oblige
The Environmental Protection Agency plans to roll back an Obama-era regulation that among its benefits protects kids from brain damage.
Bob Gatty
Feb 18, 20202 min read
Sinking into Autocracy
Some 1,100 former U.S. Justice Department officials urge Atty. Gen. William Barr to resign for enabling Donald Trump's march to autocracy.
Bob Gatty
Feb 17, 20203 min read
Giving Up on Climate Change
An elderly couple hopes climate change won't destroy the planet before they die, and yet the Trump administration pretends it doesn't exist.
Bob Gatty
Feb 16, 20203 min read
The Measure of a Man
Who is the "manly man?" Donald Trump, the big blowhard, or potentially dangerous Democratic opponents Michael Bloomberg and Pete Buttigieg?
C J Waldron
Feb 15, 20202 min read
The Crazy Language They Speak in Pittsburgh
Check out the latest edition of The Bob & Jackie Show, recorded on Valentine's Day, that explores the wacky language spoken in Pittsburgh.
Bob Gatty
Feb 15, 20201 min read
Aircraft to Protect America? Or a Vanity Wall?
Thwarted by Congress for cash for his wall, President Trump is ripping off billions requested by the military for aircraft, tanks and ships.
Bob Gatty
Feb 13, 20202 min read
Wielding a Would-be Iron Fist
Maybe it's a stretch to suggest Trump is wielding an iron fist, but his retribution against impeachment enemies sure makes it look that way.
Bob Gatty
Feb 12, 20202 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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