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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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Dismantling of VMA: Dangerous Attack on Freedom of the Press

Dismantling of VOA: Dangerous Attack on Freedom of the Press by Mark M. Bello In doing research for this article, I was surprised to discover how many American citizens are unaware of the Voice of America (VOA) and its vital role as a source of independent news reporting. The VOA began as an international radio broadcast, […]

A Gut Punch

AI graphic prepared after Trump's conviction

by Mark M. Bello A Gut Punch If you are like me, you are profoundly disappointed in the outcome of Tuesday’s election. You are left stunned, in pain from a gut punch to the stomach, and wondering what went wrong. Here are some takeaways: We do not live in “the greatest country in the world,” […]

Dismantling of VMA: Dangerous Attack on Freedom of the Press

A Gut Punch

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