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  • Historic Resistance, Progressive Victories, and Youth Activism – Good News For Democracy
    In a political landscape often dominated by disheartening headlines, Good News For Lefties offers a vital counter-narrative—highlighting the victories, resilience, and forward momentum of progressive movements. Hosted by Beowulf Rochlen, this podcast delivers in-depth analysis of the week’s most significant wins for the left, from legislative resistance to grassroots activism.

    This episode covers:


    Sen. Cory Booker’s historic 22-hour Senate speech, a defiant stand for democracy against Trump’s agenda that broke a segregationist’s record.


    A major defeat for Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry, as voters reject all four of his far-right constitutional amendments.


    California’s rapid expansion of EV infrastructure, adding over 26,000 chargers in six months to meet ambitious climate goals.


    University of Oregon faculty securing a strong tentative agreement, averting a strike and winning key concessions.


    15-year-old Nihal Tammana’s environmental leadership, recycling 625,000 batteries and inspiring a global youth movement.


    For progressives seeking hope, strategy, and proof that collective action works, Good News For Lefties is your essential weekly update.


    It's positive, daily news for democracy lovers!

    This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try and get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/Lefties


    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.com

    Listen 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 [email protected]

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    https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/columbia-protester-yunseo-chung-sues-trump-administration-prevent-depo-rcna197927

    https://lailluminator.com/2025/03/29/louisiana-amendments-3/

    https://www.axios.com/local/san-francisco/2025/03/20/california-ev-chargers-increase-statewide

    https://www.latimes.com/california/newsletter/2025-03-19/usc-urban-trees-study-carbon-dioxide-essential-california

    https://www.kgw.com/article/news/education/university-of-oregon-faculty-union-strike-tentative-agreement/283-f07fcce9-f1ce-4058-a26f-e146fc903bdc

    https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/boy-starts-nonprofit-and-recycles-625000-batteries-by-age-15-with-hundreds-of-youth-joining-in/

    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!


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    20 min
  • Trump's Polls Plummet, Unions Fight Back & Wins For Progressives And Democracy
    Tired of doomscrolling through the daily news? Good News for Lefties delivers your daily dose of progressive victories Host Beowulf Rochlen breaks down the biggest wins for the democracy and the left. This episode features:🔥 Trump's economic approval in freefall as Americans feel the sting of his failed promises✊ Federal workers sue over Trump's union-busting executive order🏕️ Landmark court ruling protects homeless rights in Oregon💸 National Grid slapped with massive penalties for screwing over customers🔫 Florida GOP humiliated as campus carry bill goes down in flames❤️ Oregon moves closer to paying parent caregivers of disabled kids It's all the progressive news you crave – served with humor, heart, and hard facts. Share with friends who need hope, rate/review on your podcast platform, and find us on Facebook, Bluesky and Instagram @GoodNewsForLefties. Because the revolution will be broadcast! Positive, daily news for democracy lovers! 

    This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try and get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/Lefties

    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.com

    Listen 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 [email protected]

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    https://climatepower.us/news/new-polling-confidence-plummets-in-trump-bringing-down-costs/

    https://www.commondreams.org/news/executive-orders-trump-federal-workers


    https://www.ijpr.org/poverty-and-homelessness/2025-03-28/homeless-campers-in-grants-pass-cant-be-prosecuted-until-the-city-meets-two-conditions

    https://www.wcvb.com/article/national-grid-15m-refund-massachusetts/64338840

    https://floridapolitics.com/archives/728126-randy-fines-bill-to-allow-guns-on-college-campuses-shot-down-in-first-senate-stop/

    https://oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2025/03/28/oregon-bill-to-pay-parent-caregivers-advances-to-budget-committee/

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    14 min
  • CFPB Saved, Teachers Win, Green Steel Rises – Daily News For Democracy!
    Welcome to Good News For Lefties, the podcast that delivers your weekly dose of progressive victories. Host Beowulf Rochlen dives into six major wins for the Left, packed with historical context, grassroots voices, and actionable takeaways. A federal judge blocks Trump’s dismantling of the CFPB, slamming Elon Musk’s DOGE for trying to illegally shutter the agency that protects consumers from Wall Street. Then: After a year of tense negotiations, the Chicago Teachers Union secures a potential deal with CPS—proving even "friendly" administrations need pressure from organized labor. Plus: West Virginia bans toxic food dyes in schools, joining California in putting kids’ health over corporate profits—despite the GOP’s usual anti-regulation rhetoric. And: Vermont’s Senate unanimously passes a pared-down but meaningful data privacy bill, sidestepping Gov. Scott’s veto threats while still protecting users and democracy from Big Tech. Meanwhile: Washington’s rent stabilization bill clears a key hurdle, offering hope to tenants facing skyrocketing housing costs—though corporate landlords are fighting back. Finally: A groundbreaking MIT startup, Boston Metal, pioneers carbon-free steel production—a potential game-changer for one of the world’s dirtiest industries. Whether you’re a policy wonk, an activist, a Democrat, or just someone who needs a break from doomscrolling, this episode delivers proof that resistance works. It's positive, daily news for democracy lovers! 

    This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try and get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/Lefties

    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.com

    Listen 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 [email protected]

    You can find out more about GNFL's daily news stories here:

    https://thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/5220651-federal-judge-trump-cfpb/

    https://chicago.suntimes.com/education/2025/03/28/ctu-and-cps-have-potential-deal-union-committee-to-review-monday-sources-say

    https://www.cbsnews.com/news/west-virginia-food-dye-ban-preservatives-harmful-health-effects/

    https://vtdigger.org/2025/03/27/final-reading-vermont-senate-passes-pared-down-data-privacy-bill/

    https://washingtonstatestandard.com/2025/03/26/washington-bill-to-cap-rent-increases-clears-first-senate-hurdle/

    https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/green-startup-boston-metal-now-has-all-the-ingredients-needed-to-make-steel-without-emitting-gobs-of-co2/

    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

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    16 min
  • Social Security Saves, Vaccine Mandates Stand, Disney Rejects Bigotry & More – Democracy Triumphs!
    Welcome to Good News For Lefties, the podcast that delivers your daily dose of progressive victories. Host Beowulf Rochlen takes a deep dive into this week's biggest wins for the Left and democracy. We'll explore how public pressure forced the Social Security Administration to reverse cruel service cuts, examine West Virginia's surprising bipartisan rejection of dangerous vaccine exemptions, celebrate how one Idaho teacher's banned poster sparked a nationwide movement, analyze Disney shareholders' overwhelming rejection of anti-LGBTQ proposals, break down Oregon's groundbreaking tenant protections for immigrants, and marvel at Mattel's revolutionary Blind Barbie designed with disability advocates. Each segment provides in-depth analysis, historical context, and the progressive significance of these victories. Tune in for stories of resistance, solidarity, and the kind of good news that'll restore your faith in collective action.Positive, daily news for democracy lovers! 

    This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try and get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/Lefties

    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.com

    Listen 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 [email protected]

    You can find out more about GNFL's daily news stories here:

    https://www.thedailybeast.com/social-security-administration-leland-dudek-delays-walks-back-service-cuts-after-furious-pushback/

    https://westvirginiawatch.com/2025/03/24/west-virginia-house-rejects-vaccine-exemption-bill-a-priority-for-morrisey/

    https://www.idahostatesman.com/news/local/community/west-ada/article302544829.html

    https://variety.com/2025/biz/news/disney-shareholders-reject-anti-lgbtq-proposal-hrc-1236343702/

    https://oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2025/03/24/senate-votes-to-outlaw-discrimination-against-oregon-tenants-based-on-immigration-status/

    https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/mattel-blind-barbie-down-syndrome

    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!

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    26 min
  • Books Beat Bans, FEMA Freeze Foiled & Alabama's Math Miracle – Good News For Democracy!
    This week on Good News For Lefties, host Beowulf Rochlen delivers your dose of progressive victories with trademark wit and razor-sharp analysis. First, we celebrate a federal judge smacking down Iowa’s GOP book ban for the second time – proving the First Amendment and democracy still matter. Then, we expose how 23 Democratic AGs are fighting Trump’s cruel FEMA freeze that’s denying wildfire survivors aid. In labor news, Off-Broadway workers win a historic union contract after a months-long strike, while Alabama schools (yes, Alabama!) become a national model by replacing math drills with toy bears and skyrocketing test scores. Plus:
    • How autistic job seekers are beating bias with neurodiversity training
    • The Seattle dad who built a recycling empire from dead batteries
    • Why banned classroom posters sparked a 15,000-shirt protest movement

    Each story comes packed with historical context, grassroots voices, and actionable takeaways – because democracy matters. Tune in to remember why we fight… and why we win.Positive, daily news for democracy lovers! 

    This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try and get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/Lefties

    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.com

    Listen 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 [email protected]

    You can find out more about GNFL's daily news stories here:

    https://www.theguardian.com/books/2025/mar/26/iowa-law-banning-books-including-1984-and-ulysses-blocked-by-us-federal-judge

    https://pluribusnews.com/news-and-events/dem-ags-urge-judge-to-enforce-ruling-blocking-fema-grant-freeze/

    https://news.vcu.edu/article/2025/03/two-factors-could-help-close-the-hiring-gap-for-autistic-job-seekers-vcu-researcher-finds

    https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/ridwell-recycling

    https://deadline.com/2025/03/atlantic-theater-iatse-1236348882/

    https://www.npr.org/2025/03/17/nx-s1-5328723/alabama-math-learning-teaching-test-scores

    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!



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    26 min
  • Ghost Guns Busted, Drag Shows Thrive, & Tiny Homes for Vets: Progressive Wins!
    Tired of doomscrolling through the latest assaults on democracy? Need a daily news fix that doesn’t leave you screaming into your reusable tote bag? Welcome to Good News For Lefties, the podcast where host Beowulf Rochlen delivers uplifting, liberal-friendly headlines with a side of cheeky charm. This episode packs a powerhouse of lefty victories: The Supreme Court (yes, that Supreme Court) upholds Biden-era ghost gun regulations, a federal judge smacks down Texas A&M’s drag show ban, Colorado House Democrats pass a landmark firearm safety bill, Connecticut moves to ban plastic pollution, high schoolers build a tiny home village for homeless vets, and Down syndrome care gets a revolutionary lifeline. Democracy isn’t dead—it’s just fighting back!  Positive, daily news for democracy lovers! 

    This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try and get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/Lefties


    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.com

    Listen 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 [email protected]

    You can find out more about GNFL's daily news stories here:

    https://www.cnn.com/2025/03/26/politics/ghost-guns-supreme-court/index.html

    https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/federal-judge-blocks-texas-am-drag-ban

    https://www.denverpost.com/2025/03/24/colorado-gun-control-semiautomatic-firearms-bill-legislature/

    https://insideinvestigator.org/ct-lawmakers-move-to-ban-plastic-utensils-styrofoam-food-containers/

    https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/students-build-tiny-homes-for-veterans

    https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/down-syndrome-life-expectancy-good-news

    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!



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    13 min
  • Democrat Upset in PA, DOGE Drama, SCOTUS Saves Press Freedom, Tesla Protests & Alzheimer’s Hope
    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/Lefties

    Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.com

    Listen 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 [email protected]

    You 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-senate

    https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/trump-administration/us-institute-peace-sues-block-doge-takeover-force-rcna197036

    https://www.axios.com/2025/03/24/supreme-court-nyt-sullivan-press-freedom-steve-wynn

    https://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-%2017013611

    https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/clean-energy/chart-states-more-power-wind-solar-coal

    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!

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    15 min
  • Virginia's $750K Discrimination Win, LGBTQ+ Victory at Yeshiva, Texas' Clean Energy Boom & More: Amazing News For Democracy
    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.com

    Listen 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 [email protected]

    You 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-rcna197472

    https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/clean-energy/texas-broke-its-solar-wind-and-battery-records-in-one-spring-week

    https://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/16/briefing/womens-basketball.html?unlocked_article_code=1.4k4.cdpy.293cd3V8Wf-c&smid=url-share

    https://nativenewsonline.net/health/native-american-suicide-rates-drop-43-in-new-mexico

    https://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!





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    17 min
  • Cybertruck Chaos, USAID Victory, Pay Gap Progress & More Great News For Progressives!
    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! 

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    p podcast at BannedCampPodcast.com

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    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 [email protected]

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    https://apnews.com/article/cybertruck-recall-tesla-elon-musk-nhtsa-8c517e21aa1119d74b9db39f6aca01b7

    https://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-380000b014480350b35b7b53bd14e277

    https://reasonstobecheerful.world/rewilding-golf-courses/

    https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/tiktok-teacher-dancing-lunch-debt


    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!



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    19 min
  • Navajo Code Talkers Restored, Tesla Trade-Ins Soar, Cannabis Cash, Jail Voting, Sacred Settlements, and Water Recycling Wins!
    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.com

    Listen 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 [email protected]

    You 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.html

    https://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-homeless

    https://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!



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    21 min

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