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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.

The GOP Protects Our Children? Give Me a Break!

Mark M. Bello

Apr 22
3 min

The GOP Protects Our Children? Give Me a Break!

The Republican Party claims it is trying to “protect us.” Yet, they do nothing to stop the wanton, senseless shooting of innocent people.

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Bob Gatty

Apr 4
3 min

Solutions to Curbing Mass Shootings

Forensic psychologist Dr. Emily Bashah and former Phoenix Mayor Paul Johnson offer three potential approaches to reducing mass shootings.

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C J Waldron

Feb 12
7 min

The Economics of the 2nd Amendment

With the whoopla about the constitutional “right to bear arms”, the economic influence of the firearms industry can be easily overlooked.

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C J Waldron

Feb 6
6 min

The 'Right' to Bear Arms

Every time there is a mass shooting, those on the Right scream about the Second Amendment and how Liberals are “coming for your guns."

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Growing Up in the 'School Shooting Generation'

Bob Gatty

Feb 5
3 min

Growing Up in the 'School Shooting Generation'

Gabrielle Zwi, through her song, calls for an end to the gun violence that is claiming the lives of students and adults alike.

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Alec Baldwin Manslaughter Charge: Will it Stick?

Mark M. Bello

Jan 19
4 min

Alec Baldwin Manslaughter Charge: Will it Stick?

Attorney-author Mark M. Bello questions whether the involuntary manslaughter charge against actor Alec Baldwin will stick. Was he to blame?

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C J Waldron

Dec 2, 2022
6 min

The 'Right' to Bear Arms?

Owning a gun should be a privilege given to those who have earned it. Then, we wouldn’t be burying our children so often, writes CJ Waldron.

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In DeSantis' Florida: Seeking Justice for Son's Murder

Bob Gatty

Oct 30, 2022
2 min

In DeSantis' Florida: Seeking Justice for Son's Murder

For six years, Sandy Modell has been fighting Florida politicians, seeking justice for the "Stand Your Ground" murder of his son, Ryan.

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Bob Gatty

Aug 29, 2022
2 min

Fighting to Keep Kids Safe at School

Kyle Roedler has helped launch a new Parents Safety Alliance dedicated to helping keep children safe at school. Lean to the Left podcast.

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Mark M. Bello

Jun 27, 2022
4 min

Pro-Life Hypocrisy on Public Display

While banning abortions to uphold "the sanctity of life," the Supreme Court also cleared the way for more people to carry guns. Hypocrisy.

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Mark M. Bello

Jun 24, 2022
7 min

The New Gun Bill: Politics as Usual

The new gun bill that appears headed to President Biden is a product of politics as usual and little better than nothing at all.

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