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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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On the Record: Republicans Oppose Feeding the Hungry and Insuring American Citizens

Pardoning More January 6th Criminals is the Greater Priority by Mark M. Bello While the GOP shamelessly claims to stand for “freedom,” “opportunity,” and “hope,” its leaders refuse to guarantee the basics—food for children, health insurance for families, and a functioning democracy. We now have a president who lobbied all the way to the Supreme […]

MAGA is Tone Deaf

By C J Waldron When it comes to listening to everyday Americans, MAGA and the Trump administration are tone deaf. For the average Republican, this is nothing new, but MAGA has elevated it to a whole new level. Despite a majority of the country supporting same-sex marriage, a woman’s right to choose or stricter gun […]

Have You No Sense of Decency?

By C J Waldron The question “Have you no sense of decency, sir?” was leveled at Wisconsin Senator Joe McCarthy as his House Committee on UnAmerican Activities” came crashing down upon him. It was both a question and an accusation put to a Repulbican senator who sought to destroy the Democratic Party by falsely claiming […]

Democrats: Time to Fight Back! The Gloves Must Come Off!

The Dixie Dems Jan 25

Democrats: Time to Fight Back Welcome to the Lean to the Left podcast, where we delve into the thick of today’s political quagmire with the Dixie Dems. Hosted by Bob Gatty, this episode features insights from Arthur Hill, vice chair of the Brunswick County, North Carolina Democratic Party, and Robert Thompson, a dedicated political activist […]

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