Lean to the Left is a progressive media platform offering political commentary, fact-based news analysis, and expert interviews that expose threats to democracy and hold leaders accountable. Lean to the Left is an independent, evolving media platform. Member benefits will grow and adapt over time. Founded in 2017 as Not Fake News and rebranded in 2021, Lean to the Left brings together the work of journalist and author Bob Gatty and a talented team of contributing writers who deliver sharp, insightful content on the issues affecting Americans today.
Our podcast—launched as NFN Radio News before becoming The Lean to the Left Podcast—features weekly interviews with authors, activists, experts, and political insiders, with hard-hitting commentary on the challenges facing our nation. What began as a podcast has grown into a community of listeners and readers who care deeply about democracy, accountability, and civic engagement.
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Check out The Bob & Jackie Show, brief videos about the fun of everyday life with Lean to the Left’s Bob Gatty and his incredible wife, Jackie Cristiano. These YouTube videos were created in 2019 and 2020 and cover such earth-shattering events as going bowling, walking the dog on the beach, stories about Jackie growing up as the daughter of a wacky Italian mom, and other earth-shattering activities.
