Santa Ana's Stand for Immigrants, A Surge of New Leadership, and Healing Camps for Gaza's Children

In this episode of Good News for Lefties, host Beowulf Rochlen highlights a series of inspiring stories that showcase community resilience and progressive action across the nation. We kick off with the Santa Ana City Council's unanimous decision to bolster protections for its immigrant community. The council's resolution calls for the removal of ICE from city limits and establishes a $100,000 emergency assistance fund to support families impacted by federal enforcement actions, reinforcing Santa Ana's commitment to transparency and accountability as a sanctuary city. Next, we celebrate the remarkable surge in civic engagement following New York City's recent mayoral primary, where over 5,000 individuals expressed interest in running for office after Zoran Mamdani's victory. This wave of enthusiasm, particularly among Gen Z and millennial candidates, signals a renewed hope in the political process and a demand for diverse, community-driven leadership. Listeners will be moved by the story of a special camp in Ohio organized by Heal Palestine, providing a week of respite for 36 injured children from Gaza. This initiative offers healing and joy through accessible activities, reminding us of the power of community and compassion in the face of adversity. In Texas, we celebrate a major conservation milestone as the state sets a new record for Kemp's Ridley sea turtle nests, reflecting the success of collaborative conservation efforts over the years. The community's involvement has been crucial in this achievement, showcasing the importance of stewardship for our natural heritage. Finally, we highlight the recent tentative agreement reached by unionized Safeway workers in Colorado, ending a month-long strike and securing significant improvements in wages and benefits. This victory underscores the growing wave of worker-led action in the grocery industry, demonstrating the power of solidarity and collective bargaining. Join us for this uplifting episode filled with stories of advocacy, resilience, and the belief that positive change is not only possible but actively happening! 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 more about this week's stories here: https://ktla.com/news/santa-ana-city-council-takes-action-to-support-immigrant-community-amid-rising-enforcement-concerns/ https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/new-york-city-primary-zohran-mamdani-run-for-something https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/wounded-gaza-children-find-respite-war-ohio-summer-camp-rcna212946 https://www.chron.com/life/wildlife/article/sea-turtles-nests-texas-20379265.php https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/unionized-safeway-workers-in-colorado-reach-tentative-deal-to-end-strike-union-and-company-say/ar-AA1I23MR https://www.npr.org/2025/06/27/nx-s1-5430356/supreme-court-fcc More good daily news for democracy on Facebook, Bluesky, and Instagram. Thanks to Rosabelle Heine and Aaron Watson for production assistance. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support .