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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—featured weekly interviews with authors, activists, experts, and political insiders, with hard-hitting commentary on the challenges facing our nation. What began as a podcast grew into a community of listeners and readers who care deeply about democracy, accountability, and civic engagement. At its close, the Lean to the Left podcast had reached nearly 850 episodes with a worldwide audience.

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Stop Using the Chainsaw on Our America

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Stop Using the Chainsaw on Our America by Eileen Powell We all know staunch supporters of Donald Trump who are good people. They attend church on Sundays, and raise fine, upstanding children who will go on to contribute in positive ways to society. The question, then for most of us who are not Trump supporters […]

Cesar Cardona on Bridging Political Divides

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Bridging Political Divides In a world often beset by division and distraction, finding clarity and purpose can be a daunting challenge. This is the journey that Cesar Cardona, a musician, podcaster, writer, and educator, has embarked upon, and it is the inspiring narrative he shares on the “Lean to the Left” podcast. From musical expressions […]

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