Good News For Lefties (and America!) - Daily News for Democracy

Welcome to Good News For Lefties, the daily news podcast where progressive victories, liberal triumphs, and leftist resistance get the spotlight they deserve! In this episode, host Beowulf Rochlen delivers an uplifting rundown of stories that’ll make democracy-loving, Trump-resisting lefties cheer. First, a major upset in Pennsylvania as Democrat James Malone flips a deep-red state senate seat, proving that grassroots organizing and "kindness over criticism" can still win in Trump country. Then, judicial pushback against DOGE’s heavy-handed takeover of the U.S. Institute of Peace, as a federal judge slams the Trump administration’s "armed law enforcement" tactics. Next, the Supreme Court refuses to gut press freedom, leaving New York Times v. Sullivan intact despite Steve Wynn’s billionaire whining. Meanwhile, Tennessee activists protest Tesla dealerships in solidarity with DOGE layoffs, showing Elon Musk that his union-busting won’t go unchallenged. And in hopeful science news, a potential breakthrough in delaying Alzheimer’s offers a glimmer of progress against a disease that’s long eluded treatment. Finally, clean energy keeps crushing coal, with wind and solar now outpacing the dirty fossil fuel in over half of U.S. states—despite Trump’s desperate "beautiful, clean coal" fantasies.This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try and get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/LeftiesListen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.comListen to This Week Again with Susanne Posel.And listen to The Good Government Show with Dave Martin.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.comYou can find out more about GNFL's daily news stories here:https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/mar/26/james-malone-democrat-pennsylvania-state-senatehttps://www.nbcnews.com/politics/trump-administration/us-institute-peace-sues-block-doge-takeover-force-rcna197036https://www.axios.com/2025/03/24/supreme-court-nyt-sullivan-press-freedom-steve-wynnhttps://www.wsmv.com/2025/03/22/protests-held-tesla-dealerships-across-tennessee/https://gizmodo.com/scientists-announce-possible-breakthrough-in-delaying-alzheimers-2000578102?ck_subscriber_id=3251698992&utm_source=convertkit&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Why%20it%20pays%20to%20be%20nostalgic%20-%2017013611https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/clean-energy/chart-states-more-power-wind-solar-coalMore good daily news for democracy on Facebook, Bluesky, and Instagram.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!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

This week on Good News for Lefties, host Beowulf Rochlen serves up six game-changing wins for equality, justice, and the planet. First, we head to Virginia, where a jury slammed a racist campground owner with a record $750K verdict—proving fair housing laws still pack a punch. Then, we celebrate Yeshiva University’s hard-won recognition of its LGBTQ+ student group, ending a years-long legal battle that tested religious exemptions. Down in Texas, the oil state is quietly becoming a renewable energy leader, doubling California’s wind and solar output—a climate victory no one saw coming. On the court, women’s basketball shatters viewership records, with last year’s NCAA final outdrawing the men’s for the first time ever. Meanwhile, New Mexico’s Native communities report a stunning 43% drop in suicide rates, thanks to culturally rooted mental health programs. These stories prove progress isn’t just possible—it’s already happening. Subscribe now for your weekly antidote to despair, and share this episode with anyone who needs a reminder: The good guys are winning.Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.comListen to This Week Again with Susanne Posel.And listen to The Good Government Show with Dave MartinIf 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.comYou can find out more about GNFL's daily news stories here:https://www.alternet.org/evicted-for-being-black/https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-news/yeshiva-university-will-recognize-lgbtq-student-club-years-dispute-rcna197472https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/clean-energy/texas-broke-its-solar-wind-and-battery-records-in-one-spring-weekhttps://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/16/briefing/womens-basketball.html?unlocked_article_code=1.4k4.cdpy.293cd3V8Wf-c&smid=url-sharehttps://nativenewsonline.net/health/native-american-suicide-rates-drop-43-in-new-mexicohttps://newatlas.com/environment/google-firesat-satellite-wildfires-orbit/More good daily news for democracy on Facebook, Bluesky, and Instagram.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!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

Welcome to Good News For Lefties, the daily news podcast where progressive victories, liberal wins, and leftist triumphs take center stage! In this episode, host Beowulf Rochlen delivers uplifting stories that’ll make democracy-loving, climate-conscious, social justice advocates cheer. First up: Tesla’s Cybertruck faces another humiliating recall (46,000 trucks this time!) as Elon Musk’s empire continues to crumble under regulatory scrutiny. Then, a federal judge smacks down Musk and Trump’s DOGE for their unconstitutional shutdown of USAID—a major win for government accountability. We’ll also dive into the stubborn but slowly narrowing gender pay gap, celebrate a judge blocking Trump’s EPA from stealing $14 billion in climate grants, and explore how abandoned golf courses are being rewilded into lush community sanctuaries. Plus, meet the TikTok-dancing teacher erasing thousands in student lunch debt—one viral video at a time. Tune in for your dose of defiant optimism, because the left isn’t just fighting back—we’re winning. Share this podcast with anyone who needs a break from the doomscroll!Positive, daily news for democracy lovers! Listen to Love Doesn't Pay The Bills with Lisa Tschudi.Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.comListen to This Week Again with Susanne Posel.And listen to The Good Government Show with Dave MartinIf 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.comYou can find out more about GNFL's daily news stories here:https://apnews.com/article/cybertruck-recall-tesla-elon-musk-nhtsa-8c517e21aa1119d74b9db39f6aca01b7https://www.cbsnews.com/news/judge-finds-doges-usaid-shutdown-likely-unconstitutional/https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2025/03/04/gender-pay-gap-in-us-has-narrowed-slightly-over-2-decades/https://apnews.com/article/epa-green-bank-zeldin-climate-trump-380000b014480350b35b7b53bd14e277https://reasonstobecheerful.world/rewilding-golf-courses/https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/tiktok-teacher-dancing-lunch-debtMore good daily news for democracy on Facebook, Bluesky, and Instagram.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!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

In this episode, host Beowulf Rochlen delivers a hearty dose of uplifting stories for the liberal, progressive, and leftist souls out there. From the Pentagon restoring the histories of Navajo Code Talkers after public outcry to record-breaking Tesla trade-ins as backlash against Elon Musk’s Trump ties, we’ve got the good news you need. Plus, Maryland’s $72 million cannabis windfall, Colorado’s groundbreaking jail voting initiative, a Minnesota church building tiny homes for the homeless, and Southern California’s innovative water recycling efforts to combat climate change. Tune in for stories that celebrate democracy, equity, and the power of community action. Listen to Love Doesn't Pay The Bills with Lisa Tschudi.Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.comListen to This Week Again with Susanne Posel.And listen to The Good Government Show with Dave MartinIf 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.comYou can find out more about GNFL's daily news stories here:https://www.nj.com/native-american-news/2025/03/pentagon-restores-histories-of-navajo-code-talkers-other-native-veterans-after-public-outcry.htmlhttps://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/tesla-trade-ins-pace-record-high-amid-musk-backlash-2025-03-20/https://www.baltimoresun.com/2025/03/19/maryland-made-72-million-from-sales-tax-on-recreational-cannabis-in-2024/https://reasonstobecheerful.world/colorado-jails-election-turnout-soared/https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/minnesota-church-sacred-settlements-homelesshttps://reasonstobecheerful.world/water-recycling-southern-california/More good daily news for democracy on Facebook, Bluesky, and Instagram.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!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

Welcome to Good News for Lefties, the podcast that brings you uplifting, progressive, and downright inspiring stories from the frontlines of democracy, social justice, and the fight for a fairer America. In this episode, your host Beowulf Rochlen—with that old-time radio announcer charm—delivers a hearty dose of good news for the political left. From Bernie Sanders and AOC drawing record-breaking crowds to fight oligarchy, to Black consumers boycotting corporations abandoning DEI initiatives, to Wisconsin’s surging early voting numbers, and even a heartwarming story about a man who lived homeless to raise $20,000 for housing—this episode is packed with hope, humor, and a touch of cheeky wit. Plus, we’ll dive into how states are stepping up to protect voting rights after federal courts gutted the Voting Rights Act, and celebrate the 73% reduction in suicides on the Golden Gate Bridge thanks to safety nets. So, grab your favorite beverage, settle in, and let’s spread some good news for Lefties… and America! Positive, daily news for democracy lovers!Listen to Love Doesn't Pay The Bills with Lisa Tschudi.Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.comListen to This Week Again with Susanne Posel.And listen to The Good Government Show with Dave MartinIf 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.comYou can find out more about GNFL's daily news stories here:https://www.commondreams.org/news/sanders-aoc-fight-oligarchy-denverhttps://www.nbcnews.com/specials/anti-dei-retailers-boycott-target-walmart-amazon-mcdonalds/index.htmlhttps://www.jsonline.com/story/news/politics/elections/2025/03/20/wisconsin-early-voting-surges-compared-with-the-2023-spring-election/82564536007/https://stateline.org/2025/03/21/the-federal-voting-rights-act-was-gutted-states-now-want-their-own-versions/https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/homeless-experiment-undercover-alabamahttps://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/73-reduction-in-suicides-on-golden-gate-bridge-since-installing-safety-nets/More good daily news for democracy on Facebook, Bluesky, and Instagram.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!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

Hello, fellow lefties! I got a call recently from a listener and one of the things she mentioned to me was that she was interested in hearing more about not just the good news out there, but what action we lefties could take. So in addition to including more of those in the podcast moving forward, one thing I wanted to do was share a special episode of one of the podcasts I’ve told you about on the podcast before - Love Doesn’t Pay The Bills. It’s a podcast that explores the role of caregivers in the modern United States. And on a recent episode, host Lisa Tschudi had a conversation with Casey Doherty, policy analyst for the Disability Justice Initiative at the Center for American Progress, about how the disability community can fight back in 2025. We should ALL be fighting back, so this is an important topic that impacts the disability community, caregivers, and you. So listen to the episode, and if you want to hear more, go to LoveDoesntPayTheBills.com or listen and subscribe on this platform. There are threats to Medicaid among many other services, and today we talk about how to help preserve access to public services for disability related support needs that help both caregivers and people with disabilities.   There are various approaches each individual can take to make an impact on public services.  If we each do what we can, where we are with the resources we have, people with disabilities will receive the formal public support they need.  Casey Doherty is the policy analyst for the Disability Justice Initiative at American Progress. Prior to joining American Progress, Doherty served as a paralegal specialist at the Federal Trade Commission and as fellowship alumni liaison at Partners for Youth with Disabilities, where she facilitated a national fellowship program for young people with disabilities. Doherty holds bachelor’s degrees in government and American studies from Georgetown University and a master’s degree in disability studies from the City University of New York’s School of Professional Studies. She is a doctoral student studying special education and disability studies at the University of Nevada, Reno.Casey's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caseydoherty1/The article Casey co-authored is here: https://www.americanprogress.org/article/how-the-disability-community-can-fight-back-in-2025/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

Progressive, positive news for Democrats, liberals, lefties, socialists, and everyone on the left! From a significant court ruling protecting privacy rights against Elon Musk's Doge to the triumph of workers at Costco receiving substantial pay raises, we celebrate victories that matter. Democrats reproductive rights in New Jersey, the exciting return of wild cougar cubs in Michigan, and the heartwarming actions of Representative Amen Brown distributing free eggs to those in need. Tune in for uplifting news that reminds us that progress is possible, even in challenging times.Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.comListen to Love Doesn't Pay The Bills with Lisa Tschudi.Listen to This Week Again with Susanne Posel.And listen to The Good Government Show with Dave MartinIf 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.comYou can find out more about GNFL's daily news stories here:https://www.news-herald.com/2025/03/20/doge-social-security/https://thehill.com/homenews/house/5205212-gop-lawmaker-booed-for-doge-defense-at-wyoming-town-hall/https://fortune.com/2025/03/11/costco-workers-make-31-an-hour-raises-for-next-two-years/https://newjerseymonitor.com/2025/03/20/assembly-panel-advances-three-abortion-bills-over-vehement-opposition-from-critics/https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/cougar-cubs-baby-animals-michigan-conservationhttps://www.phillytrib.com/news/local_news/state-rep-amen-brown-distributes-free-eggs-to-constituents-in-west-philly/article_5a62b327-58c5-5b69-9b0f-a560e9284fc7.htmlMore good daily news for democracy on Facebook, Bluesky, and Instagram.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! Progressive liberal leftist democracy democrats daily news Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

From a town hall meeting exemplifying democracy in Nebraska to groundbreaking bipartisan tax credits for families, we explore the stories that uplift and inspire. We also highlight the Fighting Oligarchy Tour featuring Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio Cortez, and celebrate a significant court ruling in Ohio that protects transgender rights. Tune in for a dose of good news for democracy and grassroots activism!Listen to Love Doesn't Pay The Bills with Lisa Tschudi.Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.comListen to This Week Again with Susanne Posel.And listen to The Good Government Show with Dave Martin.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.comYou can find out more about GNFL's daily news stories here:https://www.commondreams.org/news/tax-the-rich-town-hallhttps://stateline.org/2025/03/17/child-tax-credits-long-a-liberal-priority-find-favor-in-republican-states/https://www.commondreams.org/news/aoc-bernie-sandershttps://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-politics-and-policy/appeals-court-blocks-ohios-ban-gender-affirming-care-minors-rcna197045https://www.homesharevermont.orghttps://abc7news.com/post/vta-atu-local-265-leaders-meet-employees-seek-eventual-return-work-end-strike/16052901/More good daily news for democracy on Facebook, Bluesky, and Instagram.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!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

In today’s episode of Good News For Lefties, Beowulf Rochlen brings you stories of victories, progress and hope. From a federal judge blocking Trump’s ban on transgender military service to bipartisan victories for gun safety in Alabama and Oregon, we’ve got the stories that prove democracy is alive and kicking. Plus, we’re celebrating Pattie Gonia, the drag queen and environmental activist who’s been named to National Geographic’s inaugural “33” list for her groundbreaking work blending art, advocacy, and joy. Whether you’re a liberal, a progressive, or just someone who loves good news in these dark times, this podcast is for you. So grab your favorite beverage, settle in, and let Beowulf Rochlen deliver the good news… for Lefties… and America!Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.comListen to This Week Again with Susanne Posel.And listen to The Good Government Show with Dave MartinIf 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.comYou can find out more about GNFL's daily news stories here:https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/live/2025/mar/18/donald-trump-venezuela-deportations-white-house-immigration-us-politics-livehttps://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/mar/19/glenn-ivey-chuck-schumer-republican-funding-billhttps://apnews.com/article/alabama-lawmakers-approve-glock-switch-ban-29dcf8bb54719f685931cbccace6e503https://www.spokesman.com/stories/2025/mar/13/oregon-appeals-court-rules-in-favor-of-voter-appro/http://goodgoodgood.co/articles/abandoned-high-school-housing-renovationhttps://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/pattie-gonia-national-geographic-33More good daily news for democracy on Facebook, Bluesky, and Instagram.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!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

In this episode, we cover the reinstatement of nearly 25,000 fired workers under the Trump administration, a major win for labor rights, and Chief Justice John Roberts’ sharp rebuke of Trump’s calls to impeach judges. We also celebrate the Oklahoma Supreme Court pausing a controversial Bible purchase for public schools, the Columbus City Schools teacher union kicking off contract talks after their historic 2022 strike, and a Virginia bill that could spark a small-scale solar energy revolution. Plus, we marvel at the stunning comeback of monarch butterflies in Mexico. It’s democracy in action, progressive wins, and a little bit of hope—all in one place. Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.comListen to This Week Again with Susanne Posel.And listen to The Good Government Show with Dave MartinIf 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.comYou can find out more about GNFL's daily news stories here:https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/mar/18/trump-administration-reinstating-fired-workershttps://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2025/03/18/chief-justice-john-roberts-trump-impeachment/82516448007/https://www.forbes.com/sites/petergreene/2025/03/11/oklahoma-supreme-court-pauses-state-bible-purchase-for-classroom/https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/education/2025/03/14/ccs-teacher-union-kicks-off-first-contract-talks-since-2022-strike/82224622007/https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/number-of-monarch-butterflies-overwintering-in-mexico-is-way-up-double-the-forest-acreage-of-last-year/https://www.whsv.com/2025/03/06/virginia-bill-could-stir-more-small-solar-energy/More good daily news for democracy on Facebook, Bluesky, and Instagram.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!Progressive liberal leftist democracy daily news Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.