Labor Rights Win Big, California Fights Trump Tariffs & Boston Expands Affordable Housing – Good News For Progressives

Welcome to Good News For Lefties, the progressive podcast that brings you uplifting daily news for liberals, leftists, and everyone who believes in democracy, justice, and a fairer future! In this episode, host Beowulf Rochlendelivers a powerhouse lineup of lefty victories:

• Labor Rights Lawsuit: Progressive groups challenge the unlawful termination of global labor rights programs, standing up for workers worldwide.
• California vs. Trump Tariffs: Governor Newsom and AG Bonta launch a bold legal fight against Trump’s illegal tariffs, defending fair trade and economic stability.
• Boston’s Affordable Housing Win: Mayor Michelle Wu converts 347 market-rate units into permanently affordable housing, pushing back against gentrification.
• Wildfire Prevention Funding: California fast-tracks $170M to protect communities from wildfires while the feds fail to act.
• Trans-Led Housing Solutions: Baltimore Safe Haven and other trans-led orgs build life-saving housing for vulnerable LGBTQ+ folks.
• Sandhill Cranes Thrive: A record-breaking migration offers hope for conservationists amid ecological threats.
• Big Oil Pays Up: Chevron hit with a $744M verdict for destroying Louisiana’s wetlands—a massive win for environmental justice.

Tune in for a dose of progressive victories. Share this podcast with anyone who needs good news in these dark times—because the left is winning, and Beowulf Rochlen is here to tell you how!

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If you have thoughts, ideas, or more good news to share, we’d love to hear from you! Call or message us at 202-656-6271, or drop us a line at beowulf@twosquaredmediaproductions.com

You can find out more about GNFL's daily news stories here:

• Common Dreams – Groups Challenge Unlawful Termination of Global Labor Rights Programs
• The Guardian – California Launches Legal Challenge Against Trump Tariffs
• Good Good Good – Boston Affordable Housing Plan and Gentrification
• Jefferson Public Radio – California Lawmakers Expedite Fire Prevention Funds
• YES! Magazine – Housing Insecurity Among Trans People
• Smithsonian Magazine – Record Sandhill Crane Migration and Bird Flu Concerns

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If you like Justice Matters with Glenn Kirschner, IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson, The MeidasTouch Podcast, and Pod Save America, you'll LOVE Good News For Lefties!

Thanks to Rosabelle Heine and Aaron Watson for production assistance.



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