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From Senate Democrats blocking a controversial sanctions bill against the International Criminal Court to a Republican-led group standing up for voting rights in North Carolina, we explore how progress is being made in unexpected places.Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.comWatch our friend Clark Reid at clarkreidsf.comGot 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 today’s good news stories here:https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5111458-senate-democrats-block-icc-sanctions-bill/https://ncnewsline.com/briefs/a-republican-led-group-is-running-ads-in-nc-opposing-the-gop-attempt-to-throw-out-ballots/https://www.startribune.com/doron-clark-minnesota-senate-dfl-republican-democrat-district-60-kari-dziedzic/601213222https://jasher.substack.com/p/vehicle-based-crime-plunged-in-2024https://katu.com/news/local/oregon-bill-aims-to-provide-food-assistance-to-those-ineligible-for-federal-aid-snap-hunger-bill-assistancehttps://www.clickorlando.com/business/2025/01/29/teslas-fourth-quarter-results-fall-short-of-wall-street-estimates-as-rivals-steal-customers/Positive, daily news for democracy lovers!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 of Good News For Lefties, we explore the recent rescinding of a federal funding freeze, the exciting flip of a Senate seat in Iowa, and the brave stand of Baton Rouge bus drivers fighting for their rights.Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.comWatch our friend Clark Reid at clarkreidsf.comGot 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 today’s good news stories here:https://thehill.com/homenews/5113527-omb-federal-funding-freeze-rescind/https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/politics/elections/2025/01/28/iowa-democrats-flip-senate-seat-in-special-election-chris-cournoyer/77999519007/https://www.yahoo.com/news/baton-rouge-bus-drivers-threaten-043703718.htmlhttps://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/new-base-editing-gene-therapy-cures-its-first-patient-a-sickle-cell-sufferer-now-in-the-gym-every-day/https://stateline.org/2025/01/28/most-violent-crime-rates-have-fallen-back-to-pre-pandemic-levels-new-report-shows/https://www.outsports.com/2025/1/28/24106754/joey-gale-seattle-kraken-pride-hockey-association-nhl-gay/Positive, daily news for democracy lovers!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 U.S. appeals court blocking an unjust immigration law in Iowa to Los Angeles transforming a vacant lot into a community of shipping container homes for the homeless, we explore how creative solutions are making a difference.Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.comWatch our friend Clark Reid at clarkreidsf.comGot 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 today’s good news stories here:https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/politics/2025/01/24/iowa-illegal-reentry-immigration-law-rejected-by-us-appeals-court/77935759007/https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/shipping-container-housing-la-homelesshttps://apnews.com/article/north-dakota-transgender-lgbtq-genderaffirming-care-7b78d660b8ad360127cc0ab1ae026ce0https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/transmission/illinois-considers-state-incentives-for-transmission-projectshttps://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/portland-homeless-trash-pickup-ground-scorePositive, daily news for democracy lovers!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

From Michael Bloomberg stepping up to fund climate initiatives to Vermont's groundbreaking use of Medicaid for housing the unhoused, we explore stories that inspire hope and action.Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.comWatch our friend Clark Reid at clarkreidsf.comGot 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 today’s good news stories here:https://apnews.com/article/doge-musk-trump-corruption-government-efficiency-16243280f446ea85ef50ff106c7e2841https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/bloomberg-philanthropy-cover-us-climate-dues-after-paris-withdrawal-2025-01-23/https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/solar/oregon-to-host-nations-largest-solar-plus-storage-installationhttps://vtdigger.org/2025/01/23/feds-ok-use-of-medicaid-funds-to-cover-rent-for-unhoused-people/https://www.pressherald.com/2025/01/23/gun-safety-coalition-to-give-update-on-red-flag-referendum-effort/https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/heat-pumps/heat-pumps-keep-widening-their-lead-on-gas-furnacesPositive, daily news for democracy lovers!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 of "Good News For Lefties," host Beowulf Rochlen brings you a delightful mix of uplifting news stories that shine a light on recent judicial victories, local leaders standing up for their communities, and the ongoing fight for civil liberties.Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.comWatch our friend Clark Reid at clarkreidsf.comGot 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 today’s good news stories here:https://www.commondreams.org/news/judge-blocks-trump-birthright-citizenshiphttps://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-starts-new-term-with-47-approval-jan-6-pardons-unpopular-reutersipsos-poll-2025-01-21/https://thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/5097790-supreme-court-wont-take-up-new-dispute-over-independent-state-legislature-theory/https://tucson.com/news/local/government-politics/pima-county-arizona-immigration-enforcement-doj-trump/article_b38b16e8-d906-11ef-b705-e3385f2c7361.htmlhttps://www.commondreams.org/news/section-702-of-fisahttps://news.bloomberglaw.com/daily-labor-report/federal-worker-union-sues-trump-over-ending-job-protectionsPositive, daily news for democracy lovers!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

Join Beowulf Rochlen as he brings you the latest uplifting news stories that shine a light on progressive victories and community resilience.Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.comWatch our friend Clark Reid at clarkreidsf.comGot 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 today’s good news stories here:https://www.commondreams.org/news/born-alive-abortion-survivors-protection-acthttps://www.commondreams.org/news/trump-s-ice-raidshttps://futurism.com/the-byte/trump-fake-barron-meme-coinhttps://www.rawstory.com/blocked-senate-panel-halts-gop-effort-to-limit/https://www.honest-broker.com/p/what-can-we-learn-from-barnes-andhttps://www.mediaite.com/crime/florida-man-whose-jan-6-case-was-dismissed-after-trump-pardons-gets-arrested-one-day-later-for-gun-charges/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

From police unions expressing concerns over Trump pardons to groundbreaking initiatives for homeless mothers, this episode is packed with positivity.Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.comWatch our friend Clark Reid at clarkreidsf.comGot 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 today’s good news stories here:https://www.kbzk.com/politics/the-president/despite-endorsing-trump-fraternal-order-of-police-critiques-his-recent-pardonshttps://www.nbcconnecticut.com/news/local/stopping-book-bans-focus-new-bill-state-capitol/3478684/https://www.njspotlightnews.org/2024/12/nj-looks-to-blunt-social-media-impact-on-eating-disorders/https://reasonstobecheerful.world/new-york-guaranteed-income-homeless-moms/https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/5662/Colorado-Releases-20-Wolves-In-Second-Round-Of-Historic-Reintroductionhttps://www.powder.com/news/crested-butte-lift-workers-strike-vailBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

From education funding to health care access, this episode is packed with good news for the left.Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.comWatch our friend Clark Reid at clarkreidsf.comGot 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 today’s good news stories here:https://www.newsday.com/news/region-state/kathy-hochul-state-budget-affordability-cix9b71shttps://ncnewsline.com/briefs/new-25-million-grant-will-boost-nc-public-middle-schools-in-rural-distressed-areas/https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/green-tea-drinkers-have-fewer-brain-lesions-linked-to-dementiahttps://www.mlive.com/politics/2025/01/michigan-makes-it-easier-to-access-birth-control.htmlhttps://ncnewsline.com/briefs/fema-extends-hotel-stays-for-eligible-disaster-survivors-by-two-months/https://www.democracynow.org/2025/1/22/bishop_buddeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

We cover the battle over birthright citizenship, helping wildlife across freeways, and DEI victories. Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.comWatch our friend Clark Reid at clarkreidsf.comGot 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 today’s good news stories here:https://www.latimes.com/politics/story/2025-01-21/california-other-states-sue-to-block-trump-executive-order-on-birthright-citizenshiphttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-01-13/nyc-s-new-congestion-pricing-zone-sees-7-5-drop-in-traffichttps://www.lujan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/heinrich-lujan-leger-fernandez-welcome-6-4-million-from-the-infrastructure-law-for-wildlife-crossings-in-santa-ana-pueblo/https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/sing-sing-prisons-theatrical-release-colman-domingo-1236108265/https://www.thequeenzone.com/dei-isnt-dying-these-companies-are-standing-strong/https://www.oregonlive.com/health/2025/01/providence-physician-strike-could-signal-more-changes-in-health-care-labor.htmlBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

From legal challenges against DOGE to the release of Indigenous activist Leonard Peltier, we celebrate the victories that resonate with the left.Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.comWatch our friend Clark Reid at clarkreidsf.comGot 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 today’s good news stories here:https://www.commondreams.org/news/doge-faca-lawsuithttps://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/01/19/leonard-peltier-indigenous-activist-clemency-released-by-president-bidenhttps://thehill.com/homenews/race-politics/5095793-al-sharpton-boycott-dei/https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/5095858-donald-trump-inauguration-absences/https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/5094581-newsom-bank-mortgage-loan-grace-period-wildfires/https://lasvegassun.com/news/2025/jan/19/some-avn-attendees-passing-on-event-due-to-strike/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.