Senate Democrats fast-track federal judge appointments, a new coalition of Democratic governors forming to combat rising threats to democracy, Elon Musk’s AI has a surprisingly candid take on its creator, and The Onion’s latest acquisition proves that sometimes reality really is stranger than satire.

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Manufacturing rebounds under Biden-era policies, the Supreme Court stands firm on election integrity, and the latest rumbles of disarray in the GOP.

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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.

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Good News For Lefties for August 5th, 2024.

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Some climate victories, a historic Senate win, and some courtroom twists that will make left-leaning listeners smile

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Arizona’s Attorney General takes a stand on the fake electors case, People For the American Way launch "Resist Project 2025," Senator Warren rallies Democrats to resist Trump policies, and students nationwide walk out to demand climate action. Tune in to hear how the left is gearing up for action!

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Today, we’re celebrating justice, electoral triumphs, and a second round of resistance gearing up for the coming political era.

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In today’s episode, we celebrate historic victories, bold resistance moves, and one NHL owner’s jaw-dropping act of generosity. 

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From Washington state’s powerful defense of its climate law, to voters across the country standing firm on abortion rights, and the FBI’s dramatic recovery of an entire town’s life savings from a crypto scam.

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Join host Beowulf Rochlen as he cheers on new consumer-friendly airline rules, the FTC’s “click-to-cancel” subscription policy, and a major win for Boeing workers. Plus, a surprising call from Nigel Farage.

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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.

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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.

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Historic wins for gender parity, housing justice, environmental preservation, and progressive social media alternatives. 

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Ethical triumphs in Washington, environmental resilience, labor victories, and unexpected cooperation from unlikely allies.

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Biden and Xi making strides on nuclear safety to Disneyland finally giving Tiana her rightful throne, Palm Springs making reparations history, and Rudy Giuliani trading his Rolexes for accountability.

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Democratic attorneys general plotting resistance against Trump’s return, to Biden’s Amazon rainforest initiatives, California’s living wage for fast-food workers, and the conviction of a January 6 rioter.

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A GOP revolt against Trump’s Cabinet picks to game-changing union rights and fairer school lunch rules. And check out the podcast Love Doesn't Pay The Bills at LoveDoesntPayTheBills.com. 

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A GOP roadblock to private FBI replacements, a DOJ crackdown on Google’s monopoly, Senators taking a stand on U.S. arms sales to Israel, and Democrats staying the course on trans rights despite setbacks. 

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We celebrate the end of Matt Gaetz’s attorney general bid, the rise of low-carbon concrete innovation, and blue states building firewalls of reproductive health protections. Plus, some listener-inspired good news to end the show.

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From shrinking Trumpian boasts to progressive victories in state courts, today’s episode of Good News for Lefties brings you upbeat highlights from a whirlwind of headlines.

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From Matt Gaetz’s exit stage right, to Michigan’s CHIPS-fueled tech boom, to tuition-free college dreams in Texas—there’s plenty to smile about.

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From state-level Democratic wins buffering a GOP trifecta to Congress’ first transgender representative standing tall against bigotry, and even a surprising rise in successful salary negotiations, there’s plenty to cheer about.

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From California’s pledge to protect EV tax credits to a record-breaking Congressional Black Caucus, and even a powerful airport workers’ strike demanding fair wages, the victories are still coming.

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From holding Big Oil accountable to safeguarding vulnerable communities from toxic air pollution, and securing funding for job-creating tech innovations, there’s plenty to feel hopeful about.

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Biden cements his legacy, Facebook faces justice, an Arizona Republican quits the GOP, and telemarketers lose their grip on our phones. 

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From Maine’s bold staffing reforms for elder care to electric vehicle job creation and justice catching up with right-wing provocateurs.

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A Democratic victory in California, the smallest GOP majority in nearly a century, clean energy innovations in Lake Tahoe, and massive student debt relief for public servants.

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Office buildings becoming homes to a global labor strike, groundbreaking geothermal energy projects, and a historic moment in the Supreme Court

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From a supermajority triumph to record-breaking representation for women in legislatures, and even a game-changing policy at MIT that makes world-class education more accessible than ever. 

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From California’s bold legal maneuvers against federal overreach to breakthroughs in climate science and inspiring cultural tributes, we’ve got stories to make your heart soar and your faith in humanity slightly restored.

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We celebrate union victories, historic milestones in Virginia's gubernatorial race, and much more. 

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From a stunning victory for Democrats in California to a historic LGBTQ+ victory in Staten Island.

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From rare conservative apologies to sanctuary city triumphs, massive medical debt erasure, and gender equity wins, it’s good news all around! 

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This episode highlights triumphs for progressive causes, from stopping unjust insurance practices to protecting water resources in the West. Bozeman bans plastic bags, Michigan tackles price gouging, and Medicaid expands abortion access in Illinois.

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The latest victories for progressive causes and left-leaning hearts, from racial justice at the Naval Academy to environmental strides in Maine.

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From Supreme Court ethics wins to NYC tenants dodging broker fees, a crackdown on corporate greed, and a healthy job market, this episode celebrates progress. Plus, listener shoutouts and more!

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Victories for consumer protection, LGBTQ+ rights, public health, and more. From billion-dollar payouts to scammed Americans to a breakthrough in ovarian cancer treatment, there's plenty to celebrate.

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From Trump’s gag order staying firmly in place to a landmark EPA ban on toxic chemicals, the free-roaming tule elk in California, and new legal tools for blue states to fight harmful policies. Plus, we highlight New Jersey's bold stand against book bans and a courtroom setback for Rupert Murdoch’s corporate dynasty. 

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

https://www.newsweek.com/supreme-court-wont-lift-gag-order-donald-trump-1997733

https://www.commondreams.org/newswire/epa-finalizes-ban-on-all-uses-of-notorious-cancer-causing-solvent-tce

https://www.sfgate.com/california-parks/article/tule-elk-soon-roam-free-point-reyes-national-19960151.php

https://www.alternet.org/ruling-by-a-conservative-supreme-court-could-help-blue-states-fight-trump-policies/

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/probate-commissioner-rejects-rupert-murdochs-attempt-to-change-family-trust-over-fox-news-media-empire-control

https://newjerseymonitor.com/2024/12/09/governor-signs-new-law-to-limit-book-bans-and-protect-librarians/





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From blocking corporate mega-mergers to advances in environmental sustainability.

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https://www.alternet.org/judge-merger/

https://www.sciencenews.org/article/cervical-cancer-deaths-fall-young-women
https://apnews.com/article/san-diego-county-trump-deportation-sanctuary-ee8603c35d2ee6700d1eda22139bcf88

https://oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2024/12/09/oregon-gov-kotek-lawmakers-say-state-needs-to-keep-focus-on-housing-education-mental-health/

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/biodegradable-microplastics-beauty-products

https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/video-games/fortnite-gamers-refunds-epic-games-settlement-ftc-rcna183604

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Stories of medical debt relief, AI accountability, fair broadband pricing, and victories for transgender rights. Plus, the FTC takes on hidden fees, and Pennsylvania gets a dose of galactic confusion. 


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https://apnews.com/article/connecticut-medical-debt-erased-708b61e795cbb2b05cf6b2647de6927c

https://pluribusnews.com/news-and-events/qa-rebecca-bauer-kahan-chair-of-calif-privacy-and-consumer-protection-cmte-2/

https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2024/12/big-loss-for-isps-as-supreme-court-wont-hear-challenge-to-15-broadband-law/

https://www.theverge.com/2024/12/17/24323274/ftc-hidden-junk-fees-ban-hotel-ticket-prices

https://dailymontanan.com/2024/12/17/judge-blocks-policies-keeping-transgender-montanans-from-changing-sex-designations/

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/2024/12/17/pennsylvania-doug-mastriano-tie-fighter-star-wars-drones-new-jersey/77047223007/



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A jam-packed episode of Good News For Lefties, featuring Trump’s immunity claims being shot down, New Jersey and Minnesota standing up to Glock, and goats saving Colorado from wildfire risks. Plus, a new bill in New York aims to keep AI green, and Kansas stops criminalizing voter engagement. 

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https://abcnews.go.com/US/trump-eligible-immunity-new-york-criminal-case-judge/story?id=116849299

https://www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/kansas-agrees-to-permanently-stop-enforcing-law-that-criminalized-voter-engagement/

https://thehill.com/homenews/5041821-supreme-court-peter-navarro/

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/grazing-goats-wildfire-mitigation-colorado

https://www.timesunion.com/capitol/article/new-bill-aims-curb-environmental-impact-ai-data-19971462.php

https://www.baltimoresun.com/2024/12/14/minnesota-new-jersey-sue-glock/

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A judge’s surprise un-retirement foils Trump’s judicial dreams, California champions freedom to read, a historic land return to the Pokanoket Tribe, and a groundbreaking discovery in clean energy innovation.

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We're diving into a legal victory against a Trump campaign official, celebrating the protection of monarch butterflies, and exploring how D.C. is revolutionizing child care.

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From tackling overdraft fees to victories for healthcare access, housing, and LGBTQ+ rights.

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We look at a historic clemency action, groundbreaking legislation holding gun manufacturers accountable, eco-friendly packaging goals, and a story about battling “forever chemicals.”

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https://apnews.com/article/biden-pardons-clemency-4432002d67334e6716c2776fd73f3cc8

https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/politics/2024/12/11/house-panel-advances-bills-to-strip-gun-industry-immunity-protections/76920272007/

https://apnews.com/article/packaging-waste-plastic-recycling-environment-new-jersey-5ae7fdb02ea0683c8341590de6559236

https://www.texastribune.org/2024/12/11/texas-ken-paxton-lawsuit-3M-DuPont-forever-chemicals-pfas/

https://thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/5036976-former-fbi-informant-accused-of-fabricating-biden-claims-agrees-to-plead-guilty/

https://news.yahoo.com/news/unemployment-benefit-expansions-clear-hurdles-131532736.html





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From holding bad actors accountable to expanding access to art, join us for ten minutes of positivity, justice, and left-leaning joy.

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https://www.alternet.org/wisconsin-criminal-charges/

https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5035450-bipartisan-lawmakers-want-to-force-health-insurers-pbms-to-sell-off-pharmacies/

https://www.adn.com/politics/2024/12/09/alaska-recount-reaffirms-ranked-choice-voting-and-open-primaries-narrowly-retained/

https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/politics/2024/12/10/michigan-democrats-business-groups-paid-family-medical-leave-sick-time-unemployment-minimum-wage/76896844007/

https://www.mlive.com/politics/2024/12/ban-on-flavored-vapes-cigars-and-menthol-cigarettes-proposed-in-michigan.html

https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/anonymous-3-5-million-gift-to-milwaukee-art-museum-provides-free-admission-for-children/


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Striking Starbucks baristas, groundbreaking environmental legislation, and a new era for repair rights in Oregon. 

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https://www.cnn.com/2024/12/20/business/starbucks-strike/index.html

https://kobi5.com/news/right-to-repair-law-empowers-oregon-consumers-starting-jan-1-260420/

https://www.seafoodsource.com/news/environment-sustainability/biden-signs-coastal-habitat-conservation-act

https://www.rv-times.com/oregon-ag-rolls-out-sanctuary-details-for-immigrants-before-trump-takes-office/article_adaefc7e-be32-11ef-a809-879155653cb4.html

https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/climatetech-finance/chart-us-sets-new-record-with-71b-in-clean-energy-investment

https://about.bnef.com/blog/lithium-ion-battery-pack-prices-see-largest-drop-since-2017-falling-to-115-per-kilowatt-hour-bloombergnef/



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From Amazon workers making history to groundbreaking climate rulings. 

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https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2024/12/19/amazon-workers-strike/77082200007/

https://apnews.com/article/wealth-tax-income-inequality-inslee-9c92cb8473e20317421bcd4c7d50d9a5

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/dylan-mulvaney-book-club

https://nevadacurrent.com/briefs/montana-supreme-court-affirms-decision-in-held-historic-youth-climate-case/

https://sourcenm.com/2024/12/18/biden-signs-law-to-clean-up-abandoned-mines-across-the-western-u-s/

https://pluribusnews.com/news-and-events/michigans-minimum-wage-will-rise-more-than-any-other-states/





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From student debt forgiveness to domestic worker protections and beyond, this episode is packed with victories for progressivism.

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This episode includes a major consumer protection lawsuit, a historic union win, a groundbreaking drop in overdose deaths, and much more!

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

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/dec/20/cfpb-jpmorgan-wells-fargo-zelle-fraud

https://www.labornotes.org/2024/11/michigan-nurses-win-largest-union-election-years

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/dec/20/palestinian-americans-gaza-sue-biden-administration

https://ny1.com/nyc/all-boroughs/health-and-medicine/2024/12/11/overdose-deaths-cdc

https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/human-resources/sacramento-school-district-labor-union-reach-agreement-guaranteeing-retroactive-pay-raise/ar-AA1whUPt

https://www.alternet.org/house-republicans-defy-trump/

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