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In this episode of Good News for Lefties, we bring you a collection of inspiring stories that highlight resilience, activism, and accountability in the face of adversity. A significant breakthrough occurs as Trump-appointed Judge Rodney Smith orders the release of previously secret grand jury transcripts related to Jeffrey Epstein, following the passage of the Epstein Files Transparency Act. This...

In this episode of Good News for Lefties, we share a series of uplifting stories that highlight resilience, community support, and the power of progressive change. A grand jury has decided not to indict New York Attorney General Letitia James in a mortgage fraud case, allowing her to continue her vital work defending the rule of law in New York. Meanwhile, Muhammad Akbar Ali has made history by be...

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In this episode of Good News for Lefties, we dive into a series of empowering stories that highlight the importance of accountability, education, and community safety. Representative Sri Thanadar from Michigan is making headlines as he announces plans to file articles of impeachment against Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, citing serious misconduct and war crimes. Thanadar emphasizes the need fo...

In the latest episode of Good News for Lefties, host Wendy King takes listeners on a journey through some significant victories for democracy and social justice. One of the standout stories comes from a federal court ruling that has limited the ability of immigration officers in Washington, D.C., to make warrantless arrests. U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell emphasized that such arrests can only oc...

In this episode of Good News for Lefties, we bring you a collection of inspiring stories that highlight the power of community action, justice, and social progress. First, we explore San Francisco's groundbreaking lawsuit against major food manufacturers over ultra-processed foods, holding them accountable for the public health crisis stemming from their products. The city argues that these corpor...

In this episode of Good News for Lefties, we bring you a series of inspiring stories that highlight the power of activism, community support, and progressive change. First up, Costco is taking a bold stand by suing the Trump administration over its tariffs, claiming they exceed executive authority and seeking a refund for any unconstitutional tariffs imposed. Meanwhile, in New York, Mayor Elect Zo...

In this episode of Good News for Lefties, we bring you a collection of stories that highlight resilience, community support, and progressive action. Oregon Governor Tina Kotek takes a bold stand against federal immigration enforcement, vowing to hold agents accountable for any misconduct during raids. Meanwhile, a controversial abortion bill in South Carolina has stalled, revealing a shift in poli...

In this episode of Good News for Lefties, we dive into a series of uplifting stories that are sure to brighten your day! First, we discuss the latest Gallup poll showing Donald Trump's job approval at a low 36%, with significant drops among both Republicans and independents. Then, we highlight the powerful counter-protests in New York City against ICE raids, showcasing community solidarity and res...

Alina Habba, President Donald Trump's pick to serve as New Jersey's top federal prosecutor, remains disqualified from serving in that role in either a permanent or acting capacity, a U.S. appeals court ruled Monday. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support .

Kash Patel may be on the way out at the FBI. Plus, people supporting immigrants in a year of ICE raids and a firing in the soup industry. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support .

Republican Indiana state Sen. Michael Bohacek has said that he will not support an effort in his state to redraw congressional district lines that favor Republicans after President Donald Trump used a slur for those with intellectual disabilities to describe Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for...

Did you know that Good News For Lefties is featured on the Progressive Voices Network? That's right, every Saturday and Sunday from 12-1pm ET / 9-10am PT, you can hear the best good news of the week by going to ProgressiveVoices.com or to Progressive voices on the TuneIn app. Today we feature a recent episode - listen and check out the other fine shows at ProgressiveVoices.com . Become a supporter...

In this episode of Good News for Lefties, host Wendy King shines a light on stories that inspire hope and action among progressives, liberals, and all those striving for a better future. The episode kicks off with a significant legal victory as Judge Tanya Chutkin orders an expedited process for the release of Epstein files, following a Freedom of Information Act lawsuit by Democracy Forward. This...

Amanda Jones has been an educator for 22 years and is the President of the Louisiana Association of School Librarians. She was the 2021 School Library Journal Co-Librarian of the Year, 2021 Library Journal Mover & Shaker, and 2020 Louisiana School Librarian of the Year. She co-founded the Livingston Parish Library Alliance to defeat censorship attempts in her community. She is the author of th...

In this episode of Good News for Lefties, host Wendy King takes us on an inspiring journey through diverse stories that uplift and empower.  One of the most compelling stories discussed is the resignation of Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene, which has exposed deeper fractures within the GOP. As reported by Punchbowl News, many Republican representatives are feeling disrespected and sidelined,...

A 16-year-old American citizen has been freed after spending nine months in an Israeli prison. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support .

States talk withholding taxes, the Nevada Supreme Court moves towards justice, furnaces become more efficient,  and North Carolina resists. Email good news to bepowulf@twosquaredmediaproductions.com or message it to 202-656-6271. Today's stories: https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/new-jersey-may-stop-paying-federal-taxes-under-new-governor/ar-AA1QUF33 https://www.politico.com/news/2025/...

In this episode of Good News for Lefties, we highlight some significant shifts in the political landscape and community initiatives that are making waves for positive change! A recent Pew Research Center report reveals that a strong majority of Latinos now disapprove of Donald Trump's economic and immigration policies, marking a notable shift in voter sentiment since the 2024 election. This change...

In this episode of Good News for Lefties, we explore a range of uplifting stories that shine a light on the resilience of communities and the ongoing fight for justice. A new transparency feature on Twitter has revealed that many influential figures in the MAGA movement are actually based outside the U.S., raising questions about authenticity in political discourse. Meanwhile, Donald Trump's appro...

In this episode of Good News for Lefties, we dive into some uplifting updates that are sure to brighten your day! A recent Fox News poll reveals that Donald Trump's approval ratings have hit a new low, with only 38% of Americans satisfied with his economic handling. Meanwhile, a federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to reconsider deportation protections for vulnerable young immigrants...

A federal judge dismissed the criminal indictments against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James. Read the full stoery here: https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/justice-department/judge-dismisses-cases-james-comey-letitia-james-finding-prosecutor-was-rcna244775 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-f...

A federal judge has ruled that Donald Trump’s deployment of more than 2,000 National Guard troops to police Washington. Federal prosecutors have moved to drop criminal charges against Marimar Martinez, a woman who was shot multiple times by a US Border Patrol agent last month in Chicago’s Brighton Park neighborhood. That and much more! Join us as we celebrate these inspiring stories that remind us...

The “department of government efficiency” or DOGE has apparently been dissolved with eight months still remaining on its contract, ending a drawn-out campaign of invading federal agencies and firing thousands of federal workers. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support .

Did you know that Good News For Lefties is featured on the Progressive Voices Network? That's right, every Saturday and Sunday from 12-1pm ET / 9-10am PT, you can hear the best good news of the week by going to ProgressiveVoices.com or to Progressive voices on the TuneIn app. Today we feature a recent episode - listen and check out the other fine shows at ProgressiveVoices.com . Become a supporter...