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From the recognition of civil rights trailblazer Mary Bonauto receiving the Presidential Citizens Medal to the significant consumer wins against tech giants like Apple, this episode is packed with positive news that will leave you feeling inspired. 

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https://news.yahoo.com/news/maine-civil-rights-trailblazer-receives-194704585.html

https://apnews.com/article/tesla-sales-2024-drop-electric-vehicles-69af17c4e606625694af8293db25b2f3

https://www.timesunion.com/news/article/parents-push-n-y-support-care-medically-fragile-19986153.php

https://www.ctvnews.ca/sci-tech/apple-to-pay-us-95m-to-settle-lawsuit-accusing-siri-of-snoopy-eavesdropping-1.7163085

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/jan/04/newspaper-crime-stories
https://electrek.co/2024/12/31/california-grid-100-percent-renewables-no-blackouts-cost-rises/

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Join us as we explore the courageous actions of healthcare workers planning a global day of action to demand an end to the genocide in Gaza, and the brave nurses in Medford, Oregon, standing up for better working conditions and fair wages. We’ll also shine a spotlight on Connecticut's Attorney General William Tong, who is ready to take on anti-immigrant policies, and the historic achievements of three LGBTQ women who have made congressional history.

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https://www.delawareonline.com/story/news/local/2024/12/26/delawares-newest-laws-in-2025/77212895007/

https://www.ijpr.org/health-and-medicine/2024-12-30/hundreds-of-medford-nurses-give-notice-to-strike

https://www.commondreams.org/news/doctors-against-genocide-protest

https://apnews.com/article/florida-black-history-desantis-african-american-education-8d14b055ddda651d2761dca30bba5600

https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/-first-sue-opposing-trumps-desire-end-birthright-citizenship-personal-rcna184891

https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-politics-and-policy/mcbride-randall-johnson-congressional-history-speaker-vote-rcna186051





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In today’s show, we celebrate President Biden’s bold move to block the sale of U.S. Steel to a foreign giant, ensuring the strength of American labor and industry. We also explore the hopeful efforts in Maryland to expand the Prescription Drug Affordability Board’s jurisdiction, aiming to negotiate lower drug prices for all residents.

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https://www.commondreams.org/news/biden-blocks-nippon-steel-us-steel

https://www.wypr.org/wypr-news/2025-01-02/advocates-hopeful-to-expand-maryland-drug-affordability-boards-jurisdiction-this-year

https://nystateofpolitics.com/state-of-politics/new-york/politics/2025/01/02/n-y--recreational-cannabis-sales-have-surpassed--1-billion

https://wagingnonviolence.org/2024/12/reproductive-justice-organizers-find-new-ways-to-help-incarcerated-mothers/

https://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/50
65936-joe-biden-tribal-land-monuments-california/



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From a groundbreaking coalition of attorneys general fighting for accountability in the firearms industry to a revolutionary FDA-approved drug achieving a 100% remission rate for rectal cancer, this episode is packed with inspiring news.

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https://whyy.org/articles/delaware-new-jersey-attorneys-general-gun-dealers-safety/

https://www.thebrighterside.news/post/fda-approved-drug-achieves-100-remission-for-rectal-cancer/

https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/politics/2024/12/30/michigan-landlords-cant-deny-renters-based-on-source-of-income/77332298007/

https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/price-gouging-ban-longer-recess-on-deck-for-2025-legislative-session

https://www.commondreams.org/news/thompson-huffman-sued

https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/2025/01/01/kentucky-medical-marijuana-guide-to-navigating-cannabis-program/77378834007/


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From the groundbreaking $2,000 out-of-pocket cap on prescription drugs for Medicare recipients to Massachusetts lawmakers taking action to regulate pharmacy benefit managers and cap insulin costs, we explore how these initiatives are helping to make healthcare more affordable.We also delve into the legal drama surrounding Rudy Giuliani, who faces accountability for his actions, and celebrate the closure of One Heartland, a summer camp for HIV-positive kids, marking a significant public health victory. Plus, we highlight North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper's historic decision to commute death row sentences, reflecting a shift towards a more just and equitable society.

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https://www.cbsnews.com/news/medicare-2000-prescription-drug-cap-january-1-2025-how-it-works/

https://newrepublic.com/post/189762/judge-rudy-giuliani-witness-list-trial

https://stateline.org/2024/12/30/how-states-are-spending-opioid-settlement-cash/

https://www.telegram.com/story/news/local/2024/12/30/ma-lawmakers-send-healey-bill-to-cap-some-drug-costs-regulate-pbms/77328652007/

https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/minnesota-summer-camp-for-hiv-positive-kids-closes-down-because-there-arent-any-more/

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/dec/31/north-carolina-governor-commutes-death-row-sentences



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From a federal appeals court upholding a $5 million award against Donald Trump for sexual abuse, to Chicago schools receiving federal grants for electric buses, and a wave of minimum wage hikes across 23 states, we highlight positive stories that matter to the left. 

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https://apnews.com/article/trump-carroll-lawsuit-defamation-trial-78e4196024539653a6de492312770ff2

https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/chicago-schools-electric-bus-grants

https://www.commondreams.org/news/business-owners-celebrate-2025-minimum-wage

https://laist.com/news/education/california-bans-schools-from-forcing-teachers-to-out-lgbtq-students

https://www.fox9.com/news/mn-law-banning-binary-triggers-take-effect-critics-say-wont-reduce-crime

https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/batteries/batteries-are-taking-on-gas-plants-to-power-californias-nights


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From California's groundbreaking laws against junk fees and medical debt reporting to Ohio parents fighting for their children's rights, and Texas's transition from coal to solar energy, Beowulf brings you the good news that matters.

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https://www.ijpr.org/money-and-personal-finances/2024-12-27/california-limits-junk-fees-new-law-blocks-fines-for-declined-atm-withdrawals

https://www.nbc4i.com/news/local-news/central-ohio-news/parents-take-legal-action-against-ohio-agency-over-rule-affecting-children-with-disabilities/

https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/power-texas-coal-solar-battery-20005666.php

https://www.wbrz.com/news/la-supreme-court-allows-defamation-lawsuit-by-librarian-accused-of-promoting-pornography-to-children/

https://apnews.com/article/maryland-gore-tex-forever-chemicals-lawsuit-d7bd8596627ce57435adca7e166bbcbd

https://www.ijpr.org/money-and-personal-finances/2024-12-28/most-medical-debt-can-no-longer-hurt-your-credit-score-under-new-california-law







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From labor victories to inclusive businesses, this episode is packed with positivity and a sprinkle of humor.

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https://www.theguardian.com/business/2024/dec/28/starbucks-national-labor-relations-board-lawsuit

https://arstechnica.com/health/2024/12/the-kids-are-maybe-alright-teen-drug-use-hits-new-lows-in-ongoing-decline/

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/black-paper-party

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/missouri-judge-rules-states-abortion-ban-is-unenforceable-after-constitutional-amendment

https://bluevirginia.us/2024/12/rep-wexton-senators-kaine-and-warner-applaud-senate-passage-of-gabriella-miller-kids-first-research-act-2-0

https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/paris-hilton-backed-child-abuse-bill-headed-bidens/story

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From crime reduction to labor rights, this episode is packed with good news for the left to brighten your day.

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https://jasher.substack.com/p/crime-in-2024-a-historic-drop-in

https://www.sltrib.com/news/2024/12/27/park-city-mountain-ski-patrollers/

https://www.seattletimes.com/business/when-an-anti-dei-activist-took-a-swing-at-costco-the-board-hit-back/

https://www.citizensforethics.org/reports-investigations/crew-investigations/the-nra-lost-35-million-last-year-as-fundraising-from-member-dues-continued-to-plummet/

https://www.thedailybeast.com/all-out-maga-civil-war-engulfs-trump-already/

https://reasonstobecheerful.world/paying-drug-users-to-stay-sober/

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From making polluters pay, to the return of fur seals, to protecting Native American children, this episode will make lefties smile.

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You can find out more about today’s good news stories here:

https://www.commondreams.org/news/new-york-pollution

https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/from-150000-pups-to-none-at-all-fur-seals-return-to-california-islands-after-150-years/

https://apnews.com/article/biden-235-judges-trump-courts-db2ac97d2852f0be212c05b8e674b1c0

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/animation-guild-ratifies-2024-27-contract-1236092993/

https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/a-razor-thin-house-majority-creates-headaches-for-republicans/ar-AA1wz2cL

https://www.kjzz.org/tribal-natural-resources/2024-12-23/native-american-child-protection-act-passes-senate-championed-by-ruben-gallego-in-the-house



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