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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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Under Trump, Greed Trumps Dementia Research

By Bob Gatty Why? Why would any president kill funding for dementia research, including Alzheimer’s Disease? Why? Well, the answer is greed. Flat out greed. Under Trump, greed trump’s dementia research. Trump called today “Liberation Day” as he imposed onerous tariffs that will devastate our economy. But, for people suffering from Alzheimer’s and other forms […]

America Has No Kings: President’s Day Protest to Preserve Democracy

America Has no Kings

America Has No Kings: President’s Day Protest to Preserve Democracy Across the country, Americans took to the streets this Presidents’ Day to make one thing clear: America has no kings. Here in Myrtle Beach, SC, hundreds joined the call, standing in solidarity against the dangerous alliance between Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Their message? Democracy, […]

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