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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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Fighting Back Against Trump’s Education EDI Edict

Like a little kid proudly displaying his latest coloring book masterpiece, Donald Trump held up for all to see his executive order threatening public schools with losing federal funding unless they eliminate programs supporting diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives for students.

Courts Block Trump’s Controversial Proposals

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Welcome to the Lean to the Left blog, your go-to place for unraveling pivotal stories affecting our country. Today, we’re shedding light on the persistent tug-of-war between the Trump administration and the judiciary, where judges are stepping up to veto damaging policies poised to affect millions of Americans. Let’s delve deeper into this unfolding saga. […]

Trump Continues His Attack on the Immigrant Community

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His Latest Executive Order is Declared “Blatantly Unconstitutional” by Mark M. Bello The hits just keep on coming. President Donald Trump continues challenging existing law and the United States Constitution, giving this lawyer plenty to write about. His most recent executive order aims to abolish birthright citizenship. It is a virtual slam dunk that the […]

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