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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Breaking Barriers Faced by Women

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HIJACKED NATION – Donald Trump’s attack on America’s greatness. GET YOUR COPY TODAY! Help LA Fireman’s Relief Breaking Barriers Faced by Women In a compelling discussion on the Lean to the Left podcast, author Ashley Jordan delved into the themes of her book, “Unhappy Achiever,” while unraveling the layers of challenges women face in leadership […]

Does America Have an Effeminate Military?

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Does America Have an Effeminate Military? by Bob Gatty Donald Trump’s pick for Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, the man with the white supremacy tats, says woke generals have left the military weak and “effeminate” by promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. In other words, the armed forces are filled with a bunch of sissy warriors. Now […]

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