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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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How Can Democrats Beat Trump?

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How Can Democrats Beat Trump? By Bob Gatty In a recent episode of the Lean to the Left podcast, Jason Palmer, a 53-year-old venture capitalist and former Democratic presidential candidate, advised Democrats to forcefully oppose Donald Trump’s harmful initiatives and effectively promote their party’s efforts to protect working-class voters from the consequences of his actions. […]

Lasting Legacies: Dr. King v. Donald Trump

by Mark M. Bello Ironically, Donald Trump was inaugurated as our 47th POTUS on Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2025. King and Trump have profoundly influenced American society, but each has done so in profoundly different ways. As Trump returns to office, there are deep concerns that our country is headed for increased national unrest […]

Hegseth: Unfit to Serve

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Hegseth: Unfit to Serve The stupidity of Donald Trump’s cabinet nominations was on full display when Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth was grilled during a Senate confirmation hearing Tuesday. Here’s a guy who says he will be a “change agent” and “warrior” if confirmed, but in the meantime dodged easy questions about his lack of […]

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