Calling Congress, Court Restores Foreign Aid, and Crime Down In Detroit

Positive, daily news for democracy! In this episode of "Good News for Lefties," host Beowulf Rochlen brings you a collection of uplifting stories that highlight the resilience of democracy, the power of community, and the positive actions of individuals standing up for justice. From the overwhelming response of citizens to political upheaval to a judge's ruling that restores vital foreign aid, we explore how progressive values are making a difference in America. We also celebrate the courage of communities confronting hate and the remarkable drop in crime rates in Detroit, showcasing the effectiveness of collaborative efforts in building safer neighborhoods. Join us for a dose of optimism as we navigate the daily news landscape with a leftist lens. Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.com Listen to This Week Again with Susanne Posel . If you have thoughts, ideas, or more good news to share, we’d love to hear from you! Call or message us at 202-656-6271, or drop us a line at beowulf@twosquaredmediaproductions.com You can find out more about GNFL 's daily news stories here: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/07/us/politics/congressional-phone-lines-trump-musk.html?unlocked_article_code=1.v04.a24l.zB1KUlzal7Tq&smid=url-share https://www.politico.com/news/2025/02/13/foreign-aid-funding-trump-administration-00204289 https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5139767-trump-respect-federal-judges/ https://www.stripes.com/theaters/us/2025-02-14/ginny-thomas-photography-federal-workers-headshots-16832903.html https://www.yahoo.com/news/welp-thanks-cincinnatis-black-community-181856874.html https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/detroit-city/2025/01/01/detroit-on-pace-for-fewest-killings-since-1965-fewest-carjackings-ever-records-kept/77327484007/ More good daily news for democracy on Facebook , Bluesky , and Instagram . If you like Justice Matters with Glenn Kirschner, What A Day, and Best of the Left, you'll LOVE Good News For Lefties! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support .