Hands Off Democracy, Tiny Pacemakers, Returning Land, and Trans Teens

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 fight for equality, and the power of community activism. From massive anti-Trump protests across the United States to the courageous actions of transgender teens standing up for their rights, we explore the progressive movements that are shaping our society. We also celebrate the return of stolen land to Indigenous tribes in Illinois, the grassroots efforts to improve public transit in the Bay Area, and groundbreaking medical advancements for newborns. Join us for a dose of positivity and inspiration as we navigate the daily news through a leftist lens. Remember to share this podcast with friends and family who need a little good news in their lives, and don't forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and other platforms!Positive, daily news for democracy lovers! Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.comListen 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 [email protected] can find out more about GNFL's daily news stories here:https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/apr/05/anti-trump-protests-hands-offhttps://thehill.com/homenews/administration/5234451-emhoff-hits-law-firm-over-trump-deal-report/https://apnews.com/article/new-hampshire-transgender-girls-sports-lawsuit-trump-ce80bf62d6174ce2e5e04822befca8dahttps://chicago.suntimes.com/metro-state/2025/03/24/illinois-returns-nearly-1-500-acres-of-stolen-land-to-states-first-federally-recognized-tribehttps://www.sfgate.com/local/article/guerrilla-transit-activists-bus-benches-bay-area-20234113.phphttps://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/the-size-of-a-rice-grain-worlds-smallest-pacemaker-is-activated-by-light/More good daily news for democracy on Facebook, Bluesky, and