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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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MAGA is Tone Deaf

By C J Waldron When it comes to listening to everyday Americans, MAGA and the Trump administration are tone deaf. For the average Republican, this is nothing new, but MAGA has elevated it to a whole new level. Despite a majority of the country supporting same-sex marriage, a woman’s right to choose or stricter gun […]

Adopt-A-Techie & Deport-A-Prof

Trump Rolls Out New Immigration and Education Plan By Mark M. Bello Someday, in the not-too-distant future . . . WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a bold policy initiative meant to “keep the smart ones and cancel the subversive ones,” President Trump on Friday unveiled his new Adopt-A-Techie—Deport-A-Prof™ initiative. This dual-track program offers expedited green cards to foreign STEM […]

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