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While the the impeachment trial of Donald J Trump continues, the world moves on. It's not the only tragedy that faces mankind.
C J Waldron
Jan 24, 20202 min read
Sen. Graham: Heed Your Own Words
A video of Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) saying prosecutable crimes were not needed for impeachment was played during Trump's trial. Whoops!
Bob Gatty
Jan 23, 20202 min read
Trump Team Defense: Blusters and Lies
House impeachment managers yesterday began laying out the case for President Trump's impeachment. White House attorneys responded with lies.
Bob Gatty
Jan 22, 20203 min read
The New McCarthyism
In the mid-1950s, Sen. Joe McCarthy launched an anti-Communism campaign that smeared many people and ruined lives. What have we learned?
C J Waldron
Jan 22, 20202 min read
Senate Trial: Will it be a Hoax?
The Donald John Trump impeachment trial is underway in the Senate, a trial that looks like it will obstruct justice and be a giant hoax.
Bob Gatty
Jan 21, 20202 min read
The Bob & Jackie Show: Assassin or a Nun?
In this episode, Jackie and I explore the hearafter and how Jackie, after she dies, would like to come back either as an assassin or a nun.
Bob Gatty
Jan 20, 20202 min read
Nutritious Food: Another Trump Obama Target
The Trump administration yesterday took action to dilute school lunch nutritional standards pushed by former First Lady Michelle Obama,.
Bob Gatty
Jan 18, 20203 min read
Will Your Vote Count? The Supreme Court Will Decide
Depending upon how the U.S. Supreme Court acts, in some states voters in the electoral college could ignore the results of the popular vote.
Bob Gatty
Jan 17, 20202 min read
Whining and Complaining: So What Else is New?
Today the Senate opened its impeachment trial of President Trump. It resulted in Trump simply whining and complaining, as usual.
Bob Gatty
Jan 16, 20203 min read
Impeachment Bombshells: Will They be Considered? - Updated
As the Trump impeachment trial opens in the U.S. Senate tomorrow, new information that amounts to an impeachment bombshell was revealed.
Bob Gatty
Jan 15, 20204 min read
Same Old (Racist) Song and Dance
With his retweet of the fake image of Sen. Schumer and House Speaker Pelosi, Donald Trump has displayed the depths of his depravity.
C J Waldron
Jan 15, 20202 min read
Donald Trump and His Healthcare Lies
President Trump is claiming he's saved healthcare coverage for pre-existing conditions as he tries to kill Obamaacare, which provides it.
Bob Gatty
Jan 14, 20203 min read
Trump & American Imperialism
Imperialism clearly appeals to Donald Trump. The assassination of a top Iranian government official is an example of his desire to dominate.
C J Waldron
Jan 13, 20202 min read
Oh, for God's Sake!
So now the prosperity gospel maven Paula White says God visited upon her and asked her to introduce Donald Trump to her. Really?
Bob Gatty
Jan 12, 20203 min read
Human Trafficking: An Evil Crime Against Humanity
This month, January, we are reminded of an evil crime against humanity: the trafficking of human beings for profit.
Steve Hamelman
Jan 11, 20202 min read
The Trump Mystique: The Economy
Before his election, Donald Trump called the economic numbers under President Obama fake. But more likely, that describes the Trump economy
C J Waldron
Jan 10, 20203 min read
Trump Assaults the Environment -- Again
President Trump today continued his unrelenting attack on the environment with proposed changes to rules meant to protect our natural world.
Bob Gatty
Jan 9, 20202 min read
Winning the Publishers Clearing House Sweepstakes
Jackie received a check from the Publishers Clearing House as part of its famous Sweepstakes program. What did she win? Check it out!
Bob Gatty
Jan 9, 20201 min read
Spreading Fake Pics for Political Points
Rep. Paul Gosar (R-AZ) tweeted a fake photo supposedly showing President Obama greeting the President of Iran--even as war with Iran looms.
Bob Gatty
Jan 7, 20203 min read
The Trump Mystique: Evangelicals
Wouldn't being twice divorced disqualify Donald J. Trump from being supported by Evangelicals. Or his cheating, lies, and bullying? Nope.
C J Waldron
Jan 6, 20203 min read
Haley's Racist, Hypocritical Fundraising Pitch
Nikki Haley, the former South Carolina governor and UN ambassador, has sent a fundraising letter that is blatantly racist and hypocritical.
Bob Gatty
Jan 5, 20203 min read
The Trump Mystique: His Base
Part 1 of this series, The Trump Mystique, examines his base supporters, reasons for their loyalty, and the implications of their support.
C J Waldron
Jan 3, 20203 min read
Expect a Nasty, Vicious 2020 Campaign
If President Trump is acquitted, expect a nasty, vicious 2020 campaign for reelection.
Bob Gatty
Jan 2, 20202 min read
What About Those New Year's Resolutions?
Here we are at the start of a new year, and many have settled on our New Year's resolutions. Now what? Do we need a "life coach" to succeed?
Bob Gatty
Jan 1, 20203 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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