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Lean to the Left provides liberal political commentary about important developments involving Republicans and Democrats in power, and supports efforts to resist those who would subvert democracy and impede freedom of the press. We also present the Lean to the Left podcast and videos, with newsmaker interviews and progressive commentary.

GOP Presidential Candidates' Embarrassing Energy Solution

Nov 13
7 min

GOP Presidential Candidates' Embarrassing Energy Solution

The GOP presidential candidates double down on coal and oil to cut energy costs and reduce inflation. But their facts are flat out wrong.

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Climate Change Puts People's Lives at Risk

Oct 14
2 min

Climate Change Puts People's Lives at Risk

The risk of climate change is substantial, and it puts people's lives at risk. We need to stop talking about it and take real action now.

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Rebecca Bratspies on Environmental Justice

Sep 21
2 min

Rebecca Bratspies on Environmental Justice

Rebecca Bratspies, founding director of the Center for Urban Environmental Reform and author, is our guest on the Lean to the Left Podcast.

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Climate Change Progress: Southeastern States

Sep 17
2 min

Climate Change Progress: Southeastern States

Which two southeastern states pretend climate change is a hoax and and refuse to end reliance on coal to generate power? Podcast interview.

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Sep 2
3 min

So What's the Lean to the Left Podcast, Anyway?

The Lean to the Left podcast, with interviews about social issues of our times, has just published its 600th episode. Here's What's ahead.

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Climate Change Progress: The Southwest

Aug 28
5 min

Climate Change Progress: The Southwest

Contrary to coal state politicians claims, renewable energy generates far more jobs than coal, and those jobs won't end when mines close.

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Landmark Environmental Victory in Montana

Aug 14
6 min

Landmark Environmental Victory in Montana

A Montana Judge's ruling that fossil fuels violate citizens' rights to a clean environment could boost the Green Amendment drive nationwide.

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The Environment: 'Devastation of Biblical Proportion'

Aug 6
2 min

The Environment: 'Devastation of Biblical Proportion'

These environment-energy experts warn the consequences of climate change are upon us and urge election of officials committed to action.

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The Wonder of it All

Aug 4
2 min

The Wonder of it All

Our Lean to the Left podcast guest is William C. Judge, author of, "The Wonder of it All," stories of experiences that shape his world view.

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Climate Change: The Midwest--Renewable Jobs Outpace Coal

Jul 27
2 min

Climate Change: The Midwest--Renewable Jobs Outpace Coal

Renewable energy sources, including solar and wind, far outpace coal when it comes to generating jobs, says energy scientist Jack Kerfoot.

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Fighting Climate Change with the Green Amendment

Jul 17
2 min

Fighting Climate Change with the Green Amendment

This episode of the Lean to the Left podcast looks at the drive to pass a Green Amendment in states nationwide and combat climate change.

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Climate Change in the States: The Northeast

Jun 29
7 min

Climate Change in the States: The Northeast

This is the first in a series of podcasts analyzing climate change progress in regions around the US with energy consultant Jack Kerfoot.

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A Climate Change 'Coverup'

Jun 4
2 min

A Climate Change 'Coverup'

It's a climate change "coverup," as this entrepreneur reveals how her company's paint and coating products can help fight climate change.

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Living Liberal in a Ruby Red State

May 25
2 min

Living Liberal in a Ruby Red State

On the Lean to the Left podcast, liberal author Terry Bartley reveals what it's like living in Trump loving West Virginia. It's a challenge.

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Bye, Bye Coal: Renewables Overtaking Coal Worldwide

Apr 30
3 min

Bye, Bye Coal: Renewables Overtaking Coal Worldwide

The U.S. has cut the use of coal for electricity from 50% in 2005 to 19.8% in 2021, and it's still falling, says podcast guest Jack Kerfoot.

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Disarming Weapons of Mass Distraction

Dec 28, 2022
3 min

Disarming Weapons of Mass Distraction

Lean to the Left guest David Wann is passionate about sustainable lifestyles and designs, like the co-housing community he helped create.

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Biden Responsible for Energy Inflation? "Rubbish"

Dec 26, 2022
3 min

Biden Responsible for Energy Inflation? "Rubbish"

"Rubbish," says energy expert Jack Kerfoot, when asked on the Lean to the Left podcast if President Biden is to blame for high gas prices.

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Good News on Global Warming

Dec 25, 2022
6 min

Good News on Global Warming

Energy expert and author Jack Kerfoot says on the Lean to the Left podcast that the world is making major progress fighting global warming.

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A No Bullshit Plan for Saving the Planet

Dec 10, 2022
2 min

A No Bullshit Plan for Saving the Planet

Podcast guest John Pabon calls on businesses and consumers alike to fight climate change with no BS steps to improve sustainability.

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A Polar Bear Fights for Climate Survival

Oct 2, 2022
1 min

A Polar Bear Fights for Climate Survival

Alan Hesse is a climate scientist in Ecuador, and he' and his polar bear, Captain Polo, are educating young people about climate change.

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Lean to the Left provides liberal political commentary about important developments involving Republicans and Democrats in power, and supports efforts to resist those who would subvert democracy and impede freedom of the press. We also present the Lean to the Left podcast and videos, with newsmaker interviews and progressive commentary.

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