We start with a groundbreaking initiative in Jefferson County, Kentucky, where residents can now vote from their cars on Election Day, enhancing accessibility for those with disabilities. This move is a significant step towards ensuring that every voter can participate in the democratic process.  Shifting gears, we delve into a CNN poll revealing that a majority of Americans are concerned about the rapid development of AI technology, emphasizing the need for regulatory measures to protect citizens.

This Afternoon's Stories: 

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We start with a groundbreaking initiative in Jefferson County, Kentucky, where residents can now vote from their cars on Election Day, enhancing accessibility for those with disabilities. This move is a significant step towards ensuring that every voter can participate in the democratic process. Shifting gears, we delve into a CNN poll revealing that a majority of Americans are concerned about the rapid development of AI technology, emphasizing the need for regulatory measures to protect citizens. This Afternoon's Stories: https://edition.cnn.com/2026/09/24/politics/cnn-poll-ai-data-centers-vis?link_id=1&can_id=239815ac26bf47454eff88110b2df461&source=email-epc-environmental-polling-roundup-92526&email_referrer=email_3431342&email_subject=epc-environmental-polling-roundup-10226&utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We start with a groundbreaking initiative in Jefferson County, Kentucky, where residents can now vote from their cars on Election Day, enhancing accessibility for those with disabilities. This move is a significant step towards ensuring that every voter can participate in the democratic process.  Shifting gears, we delve into a CNN poll revealing that a majority of Americans are concerned about the rapid development of AI technology, emphasizing the need for regulatory measures to protect citizens.

This Afternoon's Stories: 

https://edition.cnn.com/2026/09/24/politics/cnn-poll-ai-data-centers-vis?link_id=1&amp;can_id=239815ac26bf47454eff88110b2df461&amp;source=email-epc-environmental-polling-roundup-92526&amp;email_referrer=email_3431342&amp;email_subject=epc-environmental-polling-roundup-10226&amp;utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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PM News: Drive-Thru Voting in Kentucky, Utahns Get Debt Relief

John Nichols of The Nation joins us to discuss the midterms, whether we might see Democrats win in deep red states like Mississippi, and what John plans to eat at the Elvis museum. Find out more about his work here:https://www.thenation.com/authors/john-nichols/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

John Nichols of The Nation joins us to discuss the midterms, whether we might see Democrats win in deep red states like Mississippi, and what John plans to eat at the Elvis museum. Find out more about his work here: https://www.thenation.com/authors/john-nichols/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

John Nichols of The Nation joins us to discuss the midterms, whether we might see Democrats win in deep red states like Mississippi, and what John plans to eat at the Elvis museum. Find out more about his work here:https://www.thenation.com/authors/john-nichols/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Could A Democrat Win In Mississippi? With guest John Nichols

<a href="https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/30/alternative-nobel-honours-women-taking-on-authoritarian-rule-patriarchy-and-big-tech" rel="noopener noreferrer">'Alternative Nobel' honours women taking on authoritarian rule, patriarchy and Big Tech | Euronews</a><a href="https://www.washingtonblade.com/2026/10/14/hungarian-lawmakers-approve-bill-to-remove-anti-lgbtq-provisions-from-child-protection-law/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Hungarian lawmakers approve bill to remove anti-LGBTQ provisions from ‘child protection’ law</a><a href="https://www.yahoo.com/news/world/articles/congo-health-workers-call-nationwide-050327459.html" rel="noopener noreferrer">Congo health workers call for nationwide strike amid Ebola outbreak</a><a href="https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/more-than-14000-derelict-explosives-cleared-from-libyan-city-and-nearby-farmland/" rel="noopener noreferrer">More Than 14,000 Derelict Explosives Cleared from Libyan City and Nearby Farmland</a><a href="https://renewablesnow.com/news/saudi-arabia-adds-7-gw-of-solar-and-wind-14-gwh-of-bess-in-2026-1301638/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Saudi Arabia adds 7 GW of solar and wind, 14 GWh of BESS in 2026 | Renewable Energy News | Renewables Now</a><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/oct/04/polish-activists-launch-abortion-pill-locker-to-bypass-near-total-ban" rel="noopener noreferrer">Polish activists launch abortion pill locker to bypass near-total ban | Poland | The Guardian</a> Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

'Alternative Nobel' honours women taking on authoritarian rule, patriarchy and Big Tech | Euronews Hungarian lawmakers approve bill to remove anti-LGBTQ provisions from ‘child protection’ law Congo health workers call for nationwide strike amid Ebola outbreak More Than 14,000 Derelict Explosives Cleared from Libyan City and Nearby Farmland Saudi Arabia adds 7 GW of solar and wind, 14 GWh of BESS in 2026 | Renewable Energy News | Renewables Now Polish activists launch abortion pill locker to bypass near-total ban | Poland | The Guardian Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

<a href="https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/30/alternative-nobel-honours-women-taking-on-authoritarian-rule-patriarchy-and-big-tech" rel="noopener noreferrer">'Alternative Nobel' honours women taking on authoritarian rule, patriarchy and Big Tech | Euronews</a><a href="https://www.washingtonblade.com/2026/10/14/hungarian-lawmakers-approve-bill-to-remove-anti-lgbtq-provisions-from-child-protection-law/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Hungarian lawmakers approve bill to remove anti-LGBTQ provisions from ‘child protection’ law</a><a href="https://www.yahoo.com/news/world/articles/congo-health-workers-call-nationwide-050327459.html" rel="noopener noreferrer">Congo health workers call for nationwide strike amid Ebola outbreak</a><a href="https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/more-than-14000-derelict-explosives-cleared-from-libyan-city-and-nearby-farmland/" rel="noopener noreferrer">More Than 14,000 Derelict Explosives Cleared from Libyan City and Nearby Farmland</a><a href="https://renewablesnow.com/news/saudi-arabia-adds-7-gw-of-solar-and-wind-14-gwh-of-bess-in-2026-1301638/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Saudi Arabia adds 7 GW of solar and wind, 14 GWh of BESS in 2026 | Renewable Energy News | Renewables Now</a><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/oct/04/polish-activists-launch-abortion-pill-locker-to-bypass-near-total-ban" rel="noopener noreferrer">Polish activists launch abortion pill locker to bypass near-total ban | Poland | The Guardian</a> Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

World News: Women Leading Change and Renewable Energy Advances

In this episode of Good News for Lefties, host Wendy King brings a wave of positivity with stories that highlight the resilience and determination of individuals and communities standing up for democracy. We kick off with a landmark ruling from a federal judge in California, who has put a stop to the Department of Homeland Security's unlawful door-to-door inquiries that threatened the voting rights of U.S. citizens. This decision underscores the importance of protecting our electoral processes from intimidation tactics, especially in light of baseless claims of voter fraud. Next, we delve into the ongoing turmoil within the Republican Party as President Trump continues to stir controversy, this time by endorsing a divisive political ad that has drawn backlash from GOP members. His insistence on pushing this ad raises questions about party unity and the moral implications of such tactics, especially just weeks before crucial elections.
Then, we explore the implications of the DOJ's move to block mail ballots from over 20,000 individuals labeled as "likely non-citizens." California's robust defense argues that the federal government is overstepping its legal bounds and undermining the rights of voters. With the judge's previous rulings emphasizing the separation of powers, this case could set a precedent for how federal and state authorities interact regarding election laws. We then shift our focus to the NAACP's proactive measures to safeguard voter rights ahead of the midterms, establishing a legal war room to combat intimidation and ensure that every eligible vote counts. Their commitment to mobilizing over 6.5 million voters across the nation showcases the power of grassroots activism in the face of adversity. In an inspiring environmental initiative, we celebrate the Samish Indian Nation's efforts to restore bull kelp in the San Juan Islands, blending traditional ecological knowledge with modern science to revive a vital resource for their culture and ecosystem. Finally, we spotlight Ben Hogan's innovative Project Bike Leg, which repurposes discarded bicycle parts to create low-cost prosthetic legs for amputees worldwide. His selfless mission to make prosthetics accessible to all exemplifies the spirit of compassion and ingenuity in addressing global health challenges. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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In this episode of Good News for Lefties, host Wendy King brings a wave of positivity with stories that highlight the resilience and determination of individuals and communities standing up for democracy. We kick off with a landmark ruling from a federal judge in California, who has put a stop to the Department of Homeland Security's unlawful door-to-door inquiries that threatened the voting rights of U.S. citizens. This decision underscores the importance of protecting our electoral processes from intimidation tactics, especially in light of baseless claims of voter fraud. Next, we delve into the ongoing turmoil within the Republican Party as President Trump continues to stir controversy, this time by endorsing a divisive political ad that has drawn backlash from GOP members. His insistence on pushing this ad raises questions about party unity and the moral implications of such tactics, especially just weeks before crucial elections. Then, we explore the implications of the DOJ's move to block mail ballots from over 20,000 individuals labeled as "likely non-citizens." California's robust defense argues that the federal government is overstepping its legal bounds and undermining the rights of voters. With the judge's previous rulings emphasizing the separation of powers, this case could set a precedent for how federal and state authorities interact regarding election laws. We then shift our focus to the NAACP's proactive measures to safeguard voter rights ahead of the midterms, establishing a legal war room to combat intimidation and ensure that every eligible vote counts. Their commitment to mobilizing over 6.5 million voters across the nation showcases the power of grassroots activism in the face of adversity. In an inspiring environmental initiative, we celebrate the Samish Indian Nation's efforts to restore bull kelp in the San Juan Islands, blending traditional ecological knowledge with modern science to revive a vital resource for their culture and ecosystem. Finally, we spotlight Ben Hogan's innovative Project Bike Leg, which repurposes discarded bicycle parts to create low-cost prosthetic legs for amputees worldwide. His selfless mission to make prosthetics accessible to all exemplifies the spirit of compassion and ingenuity in addressing global health challenges. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Judge Blocks DHS Voter Intimidation Tactics, NAACP Mobilizes for Election Protection

<a href="https://www.alternet.org/trump-farm-bailout-midterms/" rel="noopener noreferrer">New report reveals Trump is too broke to pay farm bribes - Alternet.org</a><a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/alabama-gov-kay-ivey-spares-death-row-inmate-citing-doubts-evidence-rcna604662" rel="noopener noreferrer">Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey spares death row inmate, citing doubts about evidence</a><a href="https://www.thecrimson.com/article/2026/10/19/harvard-hgsu-strike-looms/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Graduate Student Union Sets Second Strike for October 27 If Negotiations Fail | The Harvard Crimson</a><a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/10/03/record-number-native-americans-are-running-2026-midterms/?pwapi_token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJyZWFzb24iOiJnaWZ0IiwibmJmIjoxNzkxOTUwNDAwLCJpc3MiOiJzdWJzY3JpcHRpb25zIiwiZXhwIjoxNzkzMzMyNzk5LCJpYXQiOjE3OTE5NTA0MDAsImp0aSI6IjIxZTgyYWM5LThhYzUtNDdiMi1iNDRiLTcwOGRlOTFkYTBmMyIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3Lndhc2hpbmd0b25wb3N0LmNvbS9wb2xpdGljcy8yMDI2LzEwLzAzL3JlY29yZC1udW1iZXItbmF0aXZlLWFtZXJpY2Fucy1hcmUtcnVubmluZy0yMDI2LW1pZHRlcm1zLyJ9.xYQ15BXGfECxAq3_rPr0q1oja91KV0a2cdrggI623eg" rel="noopener noreferrer">A record number of Native Americans are running in the 2026 midterms - The Washington Post</a><a href="https://www.techspot.com/news/111071-rice-university-copper-aluminum-filter-can-destroy-forever.html" rel="noopener noreferrer">Rice University copper-aluminum filter can destroy "forever chemicals" 100 times faster | TechSpot</a><a href="https://dredgewire.com/savannah-turned-160000-cubic-yards-of-mud-removed-from-its-harbor-into-an-8-acre-island-birds-built-more-than-300-nests-there-in-the-first-season/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Savannah turned 160,000 cubic yards of mud removed from its harbor into an 8-acre island; birds built more than 300 nests there in the first season - DredgeWire : DredgeWire</a>  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

New report reveals Trump is too broke to pay farm bribes - Alternet.org Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey spares death row inmate, citing doubts about evidence Graduate Student Union Sets Second Strike for October 27 If Negotiations Fail | The Harvard Crimson A record number of Native Americans are running in the 2026 midterms - The Washington Post Rice University copper-aluminum filter can destroy "forever chemicals" 100 times faster | TechSpot Savannah turned 160,000 cubic yards of mud removed from its harbor into an 8-acre island; birds built more than 300 nests there in the first season - DredgeWire : DredgeWire Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

<a href="https://www.alternet.org/trump-farm-bailout-midterms/" rel="noopener noreferrer">New report reveals Trump is too broke to pay farm bribes - Alternet.org</a><a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/alabama-gov-kay-ivey-spares-death-row-inmate-citing-doubts-evidence-rcna604662" rel="noopener noreferrer">Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey spares death row inmate, citing doubts about evidence</a><a href="https://www.thecrimson.com/article/2026/10/19/harvard-hgsu-strike-looms/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Graduate Student Union Sets Second Strike for October 27 If Negotiations Fail | The Harvard Crimson</a><a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/10/03/record-number-native-americans-are-running-2026-midterms/?pwapi_token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJyZWFzb24iOiJnaWZ0IiwibmJmIjoxNzkxOTUwNDAwLCJpc3MiOiJzdWJzY3JpcHRpb25zIiwiZXhwIjoxNzkzMzMyNzk5LCJpYXQiOjE3OTE5NTA0MDAsImp0aSI6IjIxZTgyYWM5LThhYzUtNDdiMi1iNDRiLTcwOGRlOTFkYTBmMyIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3Lndhc2hpbmd0b25wb3N0LmNvbS9wb2xpdGljcy8yMDI2LzEwLzAzL3JlY29yZC1udW1iZXItbmF0aXZlLWFtZXJpY2Fucy1hcmUtcnVubmluZy0yMDI2LW1pZHRlcm1zLyJ9.xYQ15BXGfECxAq3_rPr0q1oja91KV0a2cdrggI623eg" rel="noopener noreferrer">A record number of Native Americans are running in the 2026 midterms - The Washington Post</a><a href="https://www.techspot.com/news/111071-rice-university-copper-aluminum-filter-can-destroy-forever.html" rel="noopener noreferrer">Rice University copper-aluminum filter can destroy "forever chemicals" 100 times faster | TechSpot</a><a href="https://dredgewire.com/savannah-turned-160000-cubic-yards-of-mud-removed-from-its-harbor-into-an-8-acre-island-birds-built-more-than-300-nests-there-in-the-first-season/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Savannah turned 160,000 cubic yards of mud removed from its harbor into an 8-acre island; birds built more than 300 nests there in the first season - DredgeWire : DredgeWire</a>&nbsp; Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Farmers in Flux, Native Voices Rising

From reproductive rights protections in seven states to minimum wage and paid sick leave wins in traditionally conservative areas, it's clear that in spite of Trump’s victory in the presidential election, many people are speaking up for change. Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support</a>.

From reproductive rights protections in seven states to minimum wage and paid sick leave wins in traditionally conservative areas, it's clear that in spite of Trump’s victory in the presidential election, many people are speaking up for change. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

From reproductive rights protections in seven states to minimum wage and paid sick leave wins in traditionally conservative areas, it's clear that in spite of Trump’s victory in the presidential election, many people are speaking up for change. Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support?utm_source=rss&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=rss" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support</a>.

Measures For Good

In spite of the bad news from the presidential election, we discuss victories for reproductive and workers’ rights in Missouri, a new minimum wage increase, and a monumental win for LGBTQ+ representation. Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support</a>.

In spite of the bad news from the presidential election, we discuss victories for reproductive and workers’ rights in Missouri, a new minimum wage increase, and a monumental win for LGBTQ+ representation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

In spite of the bad news from the presidential election, we discuss victories for reproductive and workers’ rights in Missouri, a new minimum wage increase, and a monumental win for LGBTQ+ representation. Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support?utm_source=rss&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=rss" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support</a>.

Light in the midst of darkness: Progress in the Heartland and a Historic First

In this Good News for Lefties episode, Beowulf Rochlen spotlights uplifting wins: vets stepping up as poll workers, a hospital using solar power to help patients with bills, and Kamala Harris’s vow to end the Gaza conflict. Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support</a>.

In this Good News for Lefties episode, Beowulf Rochlen spotlights uplifting wins: vets stepping up as poll workers, a hospital using solar power to help patients with bills, and Kamala Harris’s vow to end the Gaza conflict.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

In this Good News for Lefties episode, Beowulf Rochlen spotlights uplifting wins: vets stepping up as poll workers, a hospital using solar power to help patients with bills, and Kamala Harris’s vow to end the Gaza conflict. Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support?utm_source=rss&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=rss" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support</a>.

Vets for Votes, Solar Power for Patients, and Peace Promises

Good News For Lefties for August 5th, 2024. Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support</a>.

Good News For Lefties for August 5th, 2024.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.

Good News For Lefties for August 5th, 2024. Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support?utm_source=rss&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=rss" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support</a>.

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