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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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Home Alone: The White House Edition
Lke the character played by Macaulay Culkin In Home Alone, Donald Trump has been left to his own devices with no one to tell him what to do.
C J Waldron
Dec 9, 20192 min read
Tales from the Dark Side
Let's take a look at the dark side of the media -- those sites that spew the twisted conspiracy theories that seem to drive Trump's actions.
C J Waldron
Dec 8, 20194 min read
The Bob & Jackie Show: Standin' on the Corner
Jackie's days in Pittsburgh, where guys stood on the corner and whistle and hoot at girls; Fat Millie's dirty dance and more are covered.
Bob Gatty
Dec 8, 20191 min read
Opioids: 'Sell, Baby, Sell!"
As in the used car film, "The Goods: Live Hard, Sell Hard," opioid makers are being accused of using similar tactics to sell their drugs.
Bob Gatty
Dec 6, 20192 min read
Tic Tacs, Orange Makeup and Illegal Workers
For years Donald Trump has employed undocumented workers at his resorts, and now because some are fed up, we know a lot more about him. Ugh.
Bob Gatty
Dec 5, 20193 min read
The Laughing Stock Buffoon
So President Trump became the butt of jokes between world leaders at the NATO summit, prompting him to stalk away and call people names.
Bob Gatty
Dec 4, 20192 min read
Trump's Fake News Strikes Again
The House Intelligence Committee's impeachment report says Trump's pals used fake news to spread discredited conspiracy theories re Biden.
Bob Gatty
Dec 3, 20193 min read
It's Only Words
Republicans never seem to be at a loss for words. Hoax, Fake News, illegal, Deep State, all the words from right wing conspiracy theories.
C J Waldron
Dec 2, 20192 min read
The Hypocrisy of the Religious Right
The hypocrisy of the religious right is evident day after day, even as these fundamental Christians claim Donald Trump was "sent by God."
C J Waldron
Dec 1, 20192 min read
Will Trump's Hate Destroy our Earth?
President Trump has systematically set out to undo just about every consequential achievement by the man he hates, Barack Obama.
Bob Gatty
Nov 30, 20192 min read
For GOP: Legacy or Election? Which is it?
A former Republican Congressman says numerous GOP House members are fed up with President Trump' but are afraid to speak against him.
Bob Gatty
Nov 29, 20192 min read
Pic of the Week: The Grinch Gets Caught
Overlooking the Atlantic, stands the city of Myrtle Beach, SC's new Christmas tree, decorated in all its splendor. Only one problem.
Bob Gatty
Nov 28, 20191 min read
NFN Poll: Jury's Out on Trump
As the House Judiciary Committee prepares for impeachment hearings, the jury is still out for many Not Fake News readers.
Bob Gatty
Nov 28, 20192 min read
Taboo Topics at the Thanksgiving Table
As we prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving, it is important to consider topics of conversation that will not cause a battle royale.
C J Waldron
Nov 27, 20193 min read
A Teenager's Logic
Check out this cool video with Karleigh Campman, a 17-year-old recent high school graduate who's now working and earning a paycheck.
Bob Gatty
Nov 26, 20191 min read
The Republicans' Centipede Strategy
Republicans are using a centipede strategy to counter the potential charges against Donald Trump. Except its legs go every which way.
C J Waldron
Nov 26, 20196 min read
'Trump' to be Pardoned on Long Island
A red-orange-headed turkey named "Trump" will be "pardoned" in a ceremony on Long Island. A new episode of The Bob & Jackie Show is born.
Bob Gatty
Nov 25, 20191 min read
Finger Pointing
The old saying goes, “Be careful when you point your finger at someone else because there are three pointing back at you.”
C J Waldron
Nov 24, 20193 min read
History Unfolding in Major League Baseball
Historic changes are taking place in Major League Baseball, with women moving into positions traditionally held by men on three ball clubs.
Bob Gatty
Nov 23, 20192 min read
Talk about Stupid Criminals!
A would-be scammer in Rockville, MD made a bunch of phone calls asking people for money to support local firefighters. He got caught. How?
Bob Gatty
Nov 22, 20192 min read
'The President Did it. He Did it."
As the House impeachment hearings neared a close, the best summary of it all was offered by Rep. Denny Heck (D-WA). "The President did it."
Bob Gatty
Nov 21, 20193 min read
Is Clinton Waiting for Biden to Quit?
A former advisor to President Bill Clinton, says Hillary "feels entitled" to seek for the presidency, but is waiting for Biden to drop out.
Bob Gatty
Nov 20, 20191 min read
Tabloid Journalism & the Right-Wing Media
Fake News began with tabloid journalism and tabloid TV. Where is the real Fake News? It's the right wing news outlets supporting Trump.
C J Waldron
Nov 19, 20194 min read
The Bob & Jackie Show: The Wonders of Bowling
The other day, Jackie & I joined a group of friends for bowling and we turned it into a special edition of The Bob & Jackie Show. Enjoy.
Bob Gatty
Nov 18, 20191 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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