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Defeat Project 2025

This quick video invites you to check out a new series of articles on our Lean to the Left blogsite that analyze the key components of the GOP's Project 2025 and what they would mean to our country.

The articles take apart this maniifesto by the Heritage Foundation, which has been embraced by the RNC and which was essentially copied and pasted into the Republican platform. While Trump claims to know nothing about Project 2025, it's basically his party's platform.

You can find the articles at https://leantotheleft.net.

Please check them out and let us know what you think.

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In this episode of the 'Lean to the Left' podcast, host Bob Gatty interviews J.D. Mass, author of "Race for What? A White Man's Guide to Healing Racism from Within."

They discuss J.D.'s journey growing up in a diverse neighborhood, his experiences with racism, and his involvement in anti-racist groups. The conversation delves into J.D.'s transformative book, which outlines seven steps to heal racial injustice.

They also touch on political dimensions of racism, J.D.'s podcast 'Same Difference,' and the necessity of addressing systemic and cultural shifts for genuine racial healing.

Please note: The interview took place just before President Biden announced he was stepping aside and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris to succeed him. There is discussion at about 21 minutes regarding Biden's age and health issues and whether Kamala Harris will make it to the Oval Office.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:23 Meet J.D. Mass: Author and Activist
02:00 J.D.'s Early Life and Influences
04:49 Experiences of Racism and Discrimination
09:13 Impact of Martin Luther King Jr.
12:01 Lessons from J.D.'s Journey
15:38 Seven Steps to Healin
g Racism 21:24 Political Landscape and Racism
32:20 J.D.'s Podcast and Final Thoughts

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Big news with President Biden withdrawing as the Democratic presidential candidate and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris to take on Donald Trump. It was obviously a difficult decision for Joe Biden to make, but under the circumstances, it was the right one. There is no way this country can weather another four years of Trump, and there are too many questions about the ravages of age and health surrounding Biden.

Now we can move forward and work as hard as possible to elect Harris and defeat Trump. He simply cannot be allowed anywhere near the Oval Office – not even out on the sidewalk!

Female voters will be excited – especially those who are concerned about Republican plans to wipe out abortions nationally and interfere with the private acts that take place in the bedroom. Who would think that in 2024 there would be serious discussions about restricting contraception!

Joe Biden has worked his tail off as President and has made remarkable progress in the face of vicious opposition from Republicans and Donald Trump.  His legacy will be one of achievement and success, of selfless determination to make America better for everyone, not just the top one percent, as is the case with Trump. With Trump, it’s all about himself. With Biden, it’s about America.

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In this interview on the Lean to the Left podcast, Michael B. Moore, the Democratic candidate running against Republican Representative Nancy Mace in South Carolina's 1st Congressional District, discusses his campaign, background, and key priorities.

 Moore stresses that while Biden has done an extraordinary job, the focus needs to shift to key issues, such as health care, reproductive rights, and the environment, rather than the 81-year-old Biden's potential health concerns. He suggests that the Democratic party would benefit from new leadership while still leveraging Biden's coalition, knowledge, and experience.

Moore delves into his business-oriented approach, healthcare reform, economic inclusivity, women's reproductive rights, environmental concerns, and critical views on Mace's inconsistent stance on various issues.

He also addresses the broader implications of the upcoming election, the urgent need for Democratic mobilization, and his perspective on President Biden's potential re-election. 

The interview was recorded just a few days before the assassination attempt on Donald Trump in Butler, PA.

00:00 Introduction to the 2024 Congressional Race
01:14 Meet Michael B. Moore
01:34 Michael's Background and Motivation
03:46 Key Campaign Issues: Healthcare, Economy, and Environment
05:39 Abortion and Reproductive Rights
06:50 Nancy Mace's Inconsistencies and Trump Support
10:26 Project 2025 and Its Implications
13:04 Biden's Candidacy and Democratic Strategy
20:18 Healthcare and Social Security Reforms
26:13 Immigration and Trump's Policies
28:04 The Importance of the 2024 Election
29:43 Michael's Elevator Pitch to Voters Michael B. Moore Discusses His Congressional Candidacy and Key Issues | Lean to the Left Podcast

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In this episode of the Lean to the Left Podcast, host Bob Gatty discusses critical social issues such as education, racism, and politics with Eugene Williams Jr., an educator, author, speaker, and former high school principal.

Williams shares insights from his extensive career, talks about the challenges and successes in public education, and explores the impacts of defunding public education, the achievement gap, and the socio-political dynamics affecting African American communities.

Williams also addresses the controversial political climate surrounding figures like Trump and Biden and the importance of historical awareness and education reform. Additionally, they delve into Eugene's published works and his ongoing mission to uplift and educate minority students.

00:00 Welcome to Lean to the Left Podcast
00:12 Introducing Eugene Williams Jr.
00:21 Eugene's Career and Achievements
01:19 Retirement and Transition
02:05 State of Public Education
03:46 Supporting Public Education 04:49 Republican Efforts and Private Schools
06:04 Critical Race Theory and History 
08:49 Achievement Gap in Education
17:15 Importance of Advanced Courses for Students of Color
18:51 Black Americans: Fiscal Liberalism and Social Conservatism
23:08 Current Political Landscape: Trump and Biden
28:17 Exploring Poverty in Rural South Carolina
29:27 Contradictions in Political Support
30:50 Historical Context and Racial Dynamics
34:21 Trump's Legal Troubles and Public Perception
37:06 The Role of the President and Power Dynamics
39:27 Biden's Challenges and Strategies
45:16 The Importance of Reading and Education
45:22 Author's Books and Personal Insights
50:18 Final Thoughts and Contact Information 

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In this episode of the Lean to the Left podcast, we discuss the growing movement to hold big oil companies accountable for their environmental impacts.

Jamie Henn, founder and executive director of Fossil Free Media, discusses legislative efforts like Senator Chris Van Hollen’s climate fund bill, state campaigns in Vermont and New York, and the broader implications of climate action.

Henn shares insights into Fossil Free Media's mission, the public's support for holding polluters accountable, and the political landscape influencing these efforts. Tune in for a comprehensive discussion on climate policy, public opinion, and the urgent need for environmental justice.

00:00 Introduction to the Climate Change Battle
00:24 Meet Jamie Henn of Fossil Free Media
 02:09 The Van Hollen Bill and Its Challenges
04:42 Republican Support for Climate Accountability
 06:24 Trump's Environmental Policies and Their Impact
08:30 Project 2025: A Threat to Environmental Protections
18:13 State-Level Efforts to Make Polluters Pay
22:38 The Future of Electric Vehicles and Clean Energy
25:22 Conclusion and Call to Action

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