Accountability Rising! Americans Demand Trump's Impeachment and Truth in Education

In this episode of Good News for Lefties, we shine a light on a series of remarkable stories that highlight resilience, accountability, and progressive victories across the nation. A recent poll reveals that nearly half of voters in key swing districts are ready to hold Donald Trump accountable for his actions, with growing support for impeachment reflecting a demand for justice and the rule of law. This momentum is backed by over a million signatures on a petition calling for accountability, showcasing the power of grassroots advocacy. In Oklahoma, the state Supreme Court has temporarily blocked new social studies standards that attempted to spread misinformation about the 2020 election, ensuring that students can learn honest history and civics. This decision is a significant win for educators and advocates committed to academic integrity in the face of political pressures. Tufts University has announced an ambitious financial aid initiative, making tuition free for undergraduates from families earning under $150,000, while eliminating student loans for those from families earning less than $60,000. This groundbreaking move represents a commitment to making higher education accessible to all, regardless of economic background. In Portland, city officials are taking a stand against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), threatening to evict the agency from a city facility being used for illegal overnight detentions. This bold action reflects a broader commitment to immigrant rights and local autonomy in the face of federal overreach. We also share a listener-suggested story about King's Chapel in Boston, which unveiled a powerful monument honoring the enslaved individuals once held by its congregation. This act of truth-telling is a vital step towards healing and reconciliation, emphasizing the importance of confronting historical injustices. Finally, a provocative art installation on the National Mall has sparked conversations about Trump's connections to Jeffrey Epstein, challenging viewers to reflect on the implications of political accountability and public memory. Join us as we celebrate these inspiring stories that remind us of the progress being made every day. If you find these stories uplifting, please help us spread the word by rating and reviewing us on your favorite podcast platform! We love hearing from you, so reach out at 202-656-6271 or drop us a line at beowulf@twosquaredmediaproductions.com. For more about today's stories: https://www.commondreams.org/news/trump-impeachment-poll https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/oklahoma-court-stops-social-studies-standards-with-2020-election-misinformation-from-taking-effect/ar-AA1MFdid https://now.tufts.edu/2025/09/09/tufts-will-be-tuition-free-us-families-earning-less-150000 https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/sep/24/ice-illegally-detaining-immigrants-portland-oregon https://www.npr.org/2025/09/15/nx-s1-5535851/boston-church-honors-enslaved-people-held-by-members-of-the-congregation https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/sep/23/national-mall-trump-epstein-statue https://www.commondreams.org/news/trump-impeachment-poll Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support .