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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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Colorado Supreme Court to Trump: You Are Not Above the Law
The Colorado Supreme Court's landmark ruling removing Trump from the state's primary ballot says clearly that he is not above the law.
Mark M. Bello
Dec 21, 20234 min read
Riding the Rails to Victory
Historian/author Edward Segal says campaigning by train is still a great way for candidates to meet and greet voters. Listen to the podcast.
Bob Gatty
Dec 21, 20232 min read
The Crime of Prosecuting Pregnant Women
The ignorance that exists regarding women's pregnancies and bodies is in itself a crime, as the Ohio Brittany Watts case attests.
Dr. Pamela Gurley
Dec 19, 20233 min read
Investigate the Media?
Republican Senator J D Vance has suggested that the media be investigated for reporting news unfavorable to Trump. So much for a free press.
C J Waldron
Dec 18, 20233 min read
Has There Been Progress on Racism in America Since the Montgomery Bus Boycott?
The Montgomery, AL bus boycott was a seminal event in the history of racism in America. How much has racism eased in America since then?
Bob Gatty
Dec 18, 20233 min read
Hypocrisy on Anti-Semitism and Bigotry
If we want to stop anti-Semitism, Islamophobia, or any discrimination, we must develop consistent and bipartisan laws against such behavior.
Mark M. Bello
Dec 14, 20234 min read
The Dixie Dems: The Wacky GOP & Their Dictator
Despite Donald Trump's many criminal charges, he still dominates the GOP presidential sweepstakes. What do the Dixie Dems say about that?
Bob Gatty
Dec 14, 20232 min read
The Trauma of Regulating Women's Body Decisions
A judge granting a woman "permission" to have an abortion is reminiscent of Black women's enslavement and rape by White men on plantations.
Dr. Pamela Gurley
Dec 11, 20232 min read
What is Moral About Politics These Days?
What is moral about politics today? That's a great question given the hate, prejudice and racism prevalent in today's American society.
Bob Gatty
Dec 9, 20232 min read
Is Age Your Top Factor in Choosing a President?
Joe Biden is "seasoned," but with age comes wisdom and he is dedicated to everyone having a fair shot at success--unlike Trump and the GOP.
Eileen Powell
Dec 8, 20233 min read
What Can be Learned from Chicago's Corrupt Politics?
Our nation is deeply divided racially, politically, economically. Here are some lessons to be learned from Chicago's corrupt politics.
Bob Gatty
Dec 6, 20232 min read
Putin vs. Hamas: Anti-Semitism Drives American Anti-Israel Protests
American college students are protesting Israel's defense against Hamas in Gaza. Vile anti-Semitic scorn is heard on campuses across the US.
Mark M. Bello
Dec 5, 20234 min read
The Controversy Surrounding the Significance of the Second Amendment
What is the significance of the Second Amendment? Why was it established as the second-most important right, behind the Freedom of Speech?
CJ Waldron
Dec 3, 20234 min read
The Dangerous Reality of Sleepwalking into a Dictatorship
Donald Trump is warning that if elected he will use the government's power against his opponents and turn our democracy into a dictatorship
Bob Gatty
Dec 3, 20233 min read
What's Behind Tribalism in America?
Tribalism in America threatens our existence as a society, says author/historian Michael Anderson, who believes "moral balance" is needed.
Bob Gatty
Dec 1, 20233 min read
Could the War in Israel Lead to WWIII?
Author Dr. Phyllis Chesler says the Hamas attacks in Israel could lead to World War III unless democracies "stand up to the world bully."
Bob Gatty
Nov 29, 20233 min read
The Great GOP Sitcom
Maybe C-Span should use a laugh track when televising Congressional hearings. After all, the great GOP sitcom is providing plenty of laughs.
C J Waldron
Nov 27, 20234 min read
The Great American Divide Continues
America is deeply polarized, split along party lines as well as divisions within each party that threaten to tear the country apart.
CJ Waldron
Nov 25, 20233 min read
Black Grief, White Grievance
Deepening U.S. racial divisions are fueled by political opportunists who prey upon fear and emotion, says Dr. Juliet Hooker on our podcast.
Bob Gatty
Nov 24, 20233 min read
For American Jews: The Case for Joe Biden
President Biden's policies and values align more closely with the values cherished by American and Israeli Jews. In a word, he’s a mensch.
Mark M. Bello
Nov 22, 20235 min read
Learning Life Lessons from Our Pets
On the Lean to the Left podcast, author Bill Robertson reveals how Casey, his cat, helped him become -- and stay -- sober.
Bob Gatty
Nov 21, 20233 min read
Ending Violence at Home, School, at Work
Sexual harassment, workplace and school violence, bullying, public violence, and sexual assault are all connected to violence at home.
Bob Gatty
Nov 17, 20233 min read
Anti-Semitism and Addictive Ideologies and the War in Israel
Violent extremism is increasing in the U.S., exemplified by Hamas' attacks against Israel and criticism of Israel for defending itself.
Bob Gatty
Nov 14, 20233 min read
GOP Presidential Candidates' Embarrassing Energy Solution
The GOP presidential candidates double down on coal and oil to cut energy costs and reduce inflation. But their facts are flat out wrong.
Bob Gatty
Nov 13, 20237 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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