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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What Do Democrats Stand For? Do People Really Know?

What do Democrats actually stand for? Do they have a messaging problem? It’s a fair question—and one podcast and activist Grace Cowan isn’t afraid to answer. 💥 Democrats are running in EVERY district💥 Even the “unwinnable” ones💥 Because showing up changes everything This is how movements start. 🎧 Full episode streams April 6 at: https://youtu.be/p0A5Y7fRzDA […]

Building a New Democratic Wave

Amanda Litman, founder and president of Run for Something, discusses the future of the Democratic Party and the importance of attracting young, diverse progressive candidates. Get real, she tells Democrats, as her organization supports and promotes young progressive candidates for all local political offices.

No Kings Day: Challenging MAGA in the South

In this Lean to the Left Podcast episode, Democrat John Vincent, a retired US Navy Command Master Chief and businessman, who recently participated in anti-Trump rallies in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, shares his experiences and emphasizes the enthusiasm and focus of participants opposing Trump’s authoritarian actions. He criticizes Trump’s deployment of military forces in US cities and discusses his core campaign messages, such as holding the line against tyranny, supporting veterans, reducing national debt, and genuinely representing his district. Vincent details his strategies to unseat MAGA representative Russell Fry, who he claims is tied to an increasingly toxic brand.

Blueprint for a Nonviolent Revolution

Calling for a Revolution

He critiques both major political parties, particularly focusing on the Democratic Party’s shortfalls, including examples from the Obama and Biden administrations. He outlines a blueprint for building a mass nonviolent movement, referencing historical examples such as the civil rights movement.

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