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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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Are Trump Energy Policies Driving Electricity Costs Higher?

By Bob Gatty Americans are paying more to keep the lights on, and conservative leader David Jenkins believes part of the blame lies withDonald Trump’s energy policies that favor expensive fossil fuels over cheaper renewable alternatives. Jenkins, president of Conservatives for Responsible Stewardship, says much of the political rhetoric surrounding wind and solar is badly […]

Solar Solutions for the Home: Saving Money and the Planet

Considering solar?

Solar Solutions for the Home: Saving Money and the Planet With Donald Trump (“Drill, baby, drill”) headed back to the White House, what is the future of  federal investment and support for renewable energy like solar? For those interested in learning how solar can help save both money and the planet, we present a compelling […]

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