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

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.

From President Biden's bold pardons of key figures to the significant strides in LGBTQ+ workplace equality, this episode is packed with good news that showcases the resilience of the left in the face of adversity.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/biden-trump-fauci-milley-pardons-january-6-3cba287f89051513fb48d7ae700ae747https://apnews.com/article/human-rights-campaign-corporate-equality-index-lgbtq-workplace-a6b64d21287ed6de98d7dd3bc03f2872https://www.transportation.gov/briefing-room/big-deal-biden-harris-administration-nears-close-history-making-progress-continueshttps://www.yahoo.com/news/costco-teamsters-vote-authorize-us-002449989.htmlhttps://boondoggle.substack.com/p/locking-the-door-on-corporate-housinghttps://www.abqjournal.com/news/article_12e6b9dc-cf7d-11ef-bd77-3fd3f598bcfa.htmlBecome 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 initiativesListen 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.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/biden-seeks-last-minute-moves-that-could-be-hard-for-trump-to-undo/ar-AA1xl67Yhttps://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-climate-change-oil-gas-companies-7548dbfe5cb38a9174330602cbef42c2https://www.upi.com/Health_News/2025/01/17/medicare-drug-negotiations-health-human-services/5781737129758/https://www.wpri.com/news/politics/mckee-to-include-assault-style-weapons-ban-in-budget-proposal/https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/philadelphia-whole-foods-workers-rally-for-union-protections/https://www.boston.com/news/health/2025/01/07/unitedhealthcare-insurers-to-pay-165-million-over-deceptive-practices/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

This episode covers everything from presidential clemency to wildlife conservation, and even a new holiday for New Yorkers.Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.comWatch our friend Clark Reid at clarkreidsf.com.Got 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.aljazeera.com/news/2025/1/17/biden-grants-clemency-to-2500-people-convicted-of-nonviolent-drug-crimeshttps://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/33000-bucks-raised-to-rebuild-deer-shelter-for-alaska-wildlife-conservation-center/https://www.nbcnews.com/news/asian-america/new-york-state-schools-lunar-new-year-official-holiday-rcna187820https://www.theverge.com/2025/1/15/24344741/usdot-southwest-airlines-lawsuit-chronically-delayed-flights-frontierhttps://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2025/jan/16/bill-aims-to-prohibit-pharmacy-benefit-managers/?news-politicshttps://www.fastcompany.com/91261294/starbucks-baristas-want-a-say-in-the-new-code-of-conduct-and-controversial-rollback-of-its-open-door-policyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

From civil rights advancements to animal welfare protections, this episode is packed with good news. 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/administration/5091399-joe-biden-equal-rights-amendment-constitution/https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/circus-animals-ban-cruelty-elephants-tigershttps://www.yahoo.com/news/microgrids-boost-grid-reliability-lower-113055782.htmlhttps://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/jan/17/trump-aclu-civil-rightshttps://www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/01/15/florida-recreational-weed-proposal/https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/5091814-trump-inauguration-indoors-cold-weather-washington/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

From tax hikes on high earners to free college tuition plans, this episode is packed with uplifting stories that highlight progressive 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://pluribusnews.com/news-and-events/high-earner-tax-hikes-on-the-table-in-some-blue-states/https://apnews.com/article/new-jersey-phil-murphy-abortion-pills-trump-0e93aac8651acdd2e57ab2f30131d4a9https://nystateofpolitics.com/state-of-politics/new-york/politics/2025/01/14/hochul-to-announce-free-tuition-plan-at-city-and-state-collegeshttps://www.mlive.com/news/ann-arbor/2025/01/nurses-union-nixes-strike-reaches-deal-with-university-of-michigan-health-sparrow.htmlhttps://www.statnews.com/2025/01/15/red-dye-3-fda-ban-food-additive-linked-cancer/https://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/experience/national-parks/2024/12/31/wyoming-grand-teton-national-park-kelly-parcel/77357410007/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

From historic settlements for LGBTQ veterans to groundbreaking legislation for pregnant workers, 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://apnews.com/article/gaza-israel-hamas-ceasefire-334ecc4420fe3b6fce9f7a27ca886b65https://apnews.com/article/pregnancy-paid-leave-new-york-722af41d72a2a85261921493500ba944https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/lgbtq-veterans-pentagon-settlement-discharges-1235226861/https://www.hawaiipublicradio.org/local-news/2025-01-14/wilcox-medical-center-nurses-on-strikehttps://www.pressherald.com/2025/01/13/maine-house-speaker-unveils-bill-to-ease-health-care-workforce-shortage/https://washingtonstatestandard.com/2025/01/10/democratic-legislative-staff-in-washington-approve-first-ever-contract/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

From the special counsel's report on Donald Trump's election interference to the Supreme Court's upholding of Native American voting rights, we explore the progress being made in the political landscape.Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.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.cbsnews.com/news/special-counsel-report-trump-partially-released/https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-north-dakota-legislative-redistricting-1f30afc39d4afbd1cb5303a15df8c841https://crooksandliars.com/2025/01/jennifer-rubin-leaves-wapo-blames-bezoshttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/despite-collapse-of-his-forgiveness-plan-millions-had-student-loans-canceled-under-bidenhttps://www.thebaltimorebanner.com/community/local-news/maryland-handgun-laws-supreme-court-Y6OKAWEG4FAELITA5KSP6HJ2IE/https://www.commondreams.org/news/justice-democratsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

From climate accountability in New York to community victories in Philadelphia, this episode is packed with good news that will make you smile.Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.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.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2023/S212/amendment/Ahttps://www.sacbee.com/news/politics-government/capitol-alert/article298353978.htmlhttps://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/scientists-turn-industrial-waste-into-batteries-for-storing-renewable-energy/https://www.msn.com/en-us/urban-infrastructure/public-buildings-and-spaces/in-chinatown-joy-and-relief-as-sixers-abandon-plan-to-build-an-arena-on-the-neighborhood-s-southern-edge/ar-BB1rkLAZhttps://www.phillyvoice.com/new-jersey-bald-eagle-osprey-removed-endangered-species-list-njdep/amp/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

From the New Mexico Supreme Court's landmark ruling protecting access to abortion pills to dockworkers securing a labor deal that safeguards jobs, this episode is packed with stories that inspire hope and action.Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.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:ttps://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/jan/10/new-mexico-supreme-court-abortionhttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/port-workers-strike-averted-again/https://www.mlive.com/politics/2025/01/bills-opening-michigan-governor-lawmakers-to-foia-a-top-priority-for-senate-democrats.htmlhttps://www.yahoo.com/news/5-000-providence-nurses-doctors-140003001.htmlhttps://edition.cnn.com/2025/01/09/media/fox-corp-smartmatic-election-lawsuit-murdoch/index.htmlhttps://missouriindependent.com/2025/01/02/kansas-citys-new-wellness-court-to-help-those-with-mental-health-disorders-addiction/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.