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From the New Mexico Supreme Court's landmark ruling protecting access to abortion pills to dockworkers securing a labor deal that safeguards jobs, this episode is packed with stories that inspire hope and action.
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ttps://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/jan/10/new-mexico-supreme-court-abortion
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/port-workers-strike-averted-again/
https://www.mlive.com/politics/2025/01/bills-opening-michigan-governor-lawmakers-to-foia-a-top-priority-for-senate-democrats.html
https://www.yahoo.com/news/5-000-providence-nurses-doctors-140003001.html
https://edition.cnn.com/2025/01/09/media/fox-corp-smartmatic-election-lawsuit-murdoch/index.html
https://missouriindependent.com/2025/01/02/kansas-citys-new-wellness-court-to-help-those-with-mental-health-disorders-addiction/
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From impressive job growth, to the courageous actions of blue states standing up against book bans, this episode is packed with heartening developments.
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https://nystateofpolitics.com/state-of-politics/new-york/politics/2025/01/10/universal-free-school-meals-
https://apnews.com/article/joseph-de-soto-west-virginia-terroristic-threats-c830d760b60aae9266aa36a395e4a356
https://apnews.com/article/special-election-virginia-senate-house-congress-49a6fd4c2437b503d7b528612acddbe1
https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/jan/10/us-december-jobs-report
https://www.reuters.com/legal/ex-fbi-informant-who-fabricated-claims-about-bidens-sentenced-6-years-2025-01-08/
https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/library-protections-book-bans
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We explore a range of heartening developments, from the Biden-Harris Administration's robust response to the wildfires in California to the historic reunion of major labor unions preparing to defend workers' rights.
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https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2025/01/09/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-continues-to-support-life-saving-wildfire-response-efforts-in-california/
https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/seiu-union-joins-forces-afl-cio-second-trump-term-looms-rcna186912
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2025/01/08/biden-veterans-benefits-burn-pits-cancer/77509632007/
https://www.forbes.com/sites/erinspencer1/2025/01/08/a-womens-monument-is-finally-coming-to-the-national-mall/
https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2025/01/05/statement-from-president-joe-biden-on-the-womens-suffrage-national-monument-location-act/
https://www.mass.gov/news/governor-healey-signs-laws-lowering-health-care-costs-and-strengthening-oversight
https://coloradosun.com/2025/01/08/colorado-semiautomatic-detachable-magazine-gun-ban/
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From housing reforms to labor rights, this episode is packed with positive developments that inspire hope and action.
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https://www.politico.com/news/2025/01/09/supreme-court-trump-hush-money-sentencing-decision-00197432
https://stateline.org/2025/01/09/a-slew-of-new-housing-laws-take-effect-this-month-to-streamline-building-protect-tenants/
https://www.commondreams.org/news/wisconsin-ballot-measures
https://www.thebrighterside.news/post/new-enzyme-discovery-offers-hope-for-millions-of-diabetes-patients/
https://www.commondreams.org/news/ev-workers-uaw
https://www.propublica.org/article/justice-department-sues-landlords-alleged-price-fixing-realpage-rent
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From the Department of Justice's plans to release Special Counsel Jack Smith's report on election integrity to a judge holding Rudy Giuliani accountable for his false claims, we celebrate the triumphs of justice.
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https://www.commondreams.org/news/jack-smith-report-on-trump
https://www.reuters.com/legal/judge-finds-giuliani-civil-contempt-over-2020-election-case-2025-01-06/
https://www.opb.org/article/2025/01/01/new-laws-oregon-2025/ - cleaner investments
https://www.reuters.com/legal/legalindustry/protecting-reproductive-health-data-state-laws-against-geofencing-2025-01-02/
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/network-of-ai-monitors-detected-77-wildfires-in-california-this-year-before-a-911-call-had-been-made-for-any/
https://www.house.mn.gov/members/profile/news/15518/39829#:~:text=Friday%2C%20December%2027%2C%202024&text=Paul%2C%20MN%20%2D%20As%20part%20of,use%20of%20epinephrine%20auto%2Dinjectors.
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In this episode, we celebrate significant strides in social justice, labor rights, environmental restoration, and economic security.
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https://www.cnn.com/2025/01/07/business/medical-debt-credit-reports-ban-biden/index.html
https://wtop.com/national/2025/01/with-strike-looming-longshoremen-and-management-return-to-negotiations/
https://news3lv.com/news/local/comedians-ticket-sales-increase-after-canceling-virgin-hotel-show-amid-union-strike
https://coloradosun.com/2024/12/27/lahaina-breadfruit-tree-forest-fire-fort-collins-lab/
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/social-security-fairness-act-signed-by-president-biden/
https://www.wmar2news.com/homepage-showcase/marine-vet-and-local-clinician-help-pass-law-for-more-access-to-prosthetics-in-maryland
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Whether it’s Biden’s bold move to ban offshore drilling, local efforts to reduce plastic waste, or ending legacy admissions, this podcast is your go-to source for stories that uplift and inspire.
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https://www.commondreams.org/news/joe-biden-offshore-drilling
https://www.cbsnews.com/baltimore/news/plastic-bag-reduction-act-annapolis-maryland/
https://www.yahoo.com/news/mike-johnson-may-speaker-democrats-224830994.html
https://inthesetimes.com/article/amazon-strike-slowed-packages-boosted-warehouse-unions
https://www.wmdt.com/2024/07/hb-311-passed-how-this-will-help-reduce-gun-violence-on-college-campuses/
https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/new-laws-2025-ai-safeguards-legacy-admissions-transgender-health-care-rcna185031
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From the recognition of civil rights trailblazer Mary Bonauto receiving the Presidential Citizens Medal to the significant consumer wins against tech giants like Apple, this episode is packed with positive news that will leave you feeling inspired.
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https://news.yahoo.com/news/maine-civil-rights-trailblazer-receives-194704585.html
https://apnews.com/article/tesla-sales-2024-drop-electric-vehicles-69af17c4e606625694af8293db25b2f3
https://www.timesunion.com/news/article/parents-push-n-y-support-care-medically-fragile-19986153.php
https://www.ctvnews.ca/sci-tech/apple-to-pay-us-95m-to-settle-lawsuit-accusing-siri-of-snoopy-eavesdropping-1.7163085
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/jan/04/newspaper-crime-stories
https://electrek.co/2024/12/31/california-grid-100-percent-renewables-no-blackouts-cost-rises/
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Join us as we explore the courageous actions of healthcare workers planning a global day of action to demand an end to the genocide in Gaza, and the brave nurses in Medford, Oregon, standing up for better working conditions and fair wages. We’ll also shine a spotlight on Connecticut's Attorney General William Tong, who is ready to take on anti-immigrant policies, and the historic achievements of three LGBTQ women who have made congressional history.
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https://www.delawareonline.com/story/news/local/2024/12/26/delawares-newest-laws-in-2025/77212895007/
https://www.ijpr.org/health-and-medicine/2024-12-30/hundreds-of-medford-nurses-give-notice-to-strike
https://www.commondreams.org/news/doctors-against-genocide-protest
https://apnews.com/article/florida-black-history-desantis-african-american-education-8d14b055ddda651d2761dca30bba5600
https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/-first-sue-opposing-trumps-desire-end-birthright-citizenship-personal-rcna184891
https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-politics-and-policy/mcbride-randall-johnson-congressional-history-speaker-vote-rcna186051
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In today’s show, we celebrate President Biden’s bold move to block the sale of U.S. Steel to a foreign giant, ensuring the strength of American labor and industry. We also explore the hopeful efforts in Maryland to expand the Prescription Drug Affordability Board’s jurisdiction, aiming to negotiate lower drug prices for all residents.
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https://www.commondreams.org/news/biden-blocks-nippon-steel-us-steel
https://www.wypr.org/wypr-news/2025-01-02/advocates-hopeful-to-expand-maryland-drug-affordability-boards-jurisdiction-this-year
https://nystateofpolitics.com/state-of-politics/new-york/politics/2025/01/02/n-y--recreational-cannabis-sales-have-surpassed--1-billion
https://wagingnonviolence.org/2024/12/reproductive-justice-organizers-find-new-ways-to-help-incarcerated-mothers/
https://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/50
65936-joe-biden-tribal-land-monuments-california/
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From a groundbreaking coalition of attorneys general fighting for accountability in the firearms industry to a revolutionary FDA-approved drug achieving a 100% remission rate for rectal cancer, this episode is packed with inspiring news.
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https://whyy.org/articles/delaware-new-jersey-attorneys-general-gun-dealers-safety/
https://www.thebrighterside.news/post/fda-approved-drug-achieves-100-remission-for-rectal-cancer/
https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/politics/2024/12/30/michigan-landlords-cant-deny-renters-based-on-source-of-income/77332298007/
https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/price-gouging-ban-longer-recess-on-deck-for-2025-legislative-session
https://www.commondreams.org/news/thompson-huffman-sued
https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/2025/01/01/kentucky-medical-marijuana-guide-to-navigating-cannabis-program/77378834007/
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From the groundbreaking $2,000 out-of-pocket cap on prescription drugs for Medicare recipients to Massachusetts lawmakers taking action to regulate pharmacy benefit managers and cap insulin costs, we explore how these initiatives are helping to make healthcare more affordable.We also delve into the legal drama surrounding Rudy Giuliani, who faces accountability for his actions, and celebrate the closure of One Heartland, a summer camp for HIV-positive kids, marking a significant public health victory. Plus, we highlight North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper's historic decision to commute death row sentences, reflecting a shift towards a more just and equitable society.
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https://www.cbsnews.com/news/medicare-2000-prescription-drug-cap-january-1-2025-how-it-works/
https://newrepublic.com/post/189762/judge-rudy-giuliani-witness-list-trial
https://stateline.org/2024/12/30/how-states-are-spending-opioid-settlement-cash/
https://www.telegram.com/story/news/local/2024/12/30/ma-lawmakers-send-healey-bill-to-cap-some-drug-costs-regulate-pbms/77328652007/
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/minnesota-summer-camp-for-hiv-positive-kids-closes-down-because-there-arent-any-more/
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/dec/31/north-carolina-governor-commutes-death-row-sentences
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From a federal appeals court upholding a $5 million award against Donald Trump for sexual abuse, to Chicago schools receiving federal grants for electric buses, and a wave of minimum wage hikes across 23 states, we highlight positive stories that matter to the left.
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https://apnews.com/article/trump-carroll-lawsuit-defamation-trial-78e4196024539653a6de492312770ff2
https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/chicago-schools-electric-bus-grants
https://www.commondreams.org/news/business-owners-celebrate-2025-minimum-wage
https://laist.com/news/education/california-bans-schools-from-forcing-teachers-to-out-lgbtq-students
https://www.fox9.com/news/mn-law-banning-binary-triggers-take-effect-critics-say-wont-reduce-crime
https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/batteries/batteries-are-taking-on-gas-plants-to-power-californias-nights
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From California's groundbreaking laws against junk fees and medical debt reporting to Ohio parents fighting for their children's rights, and Texas's transition from coal to solar energy, Beowulf brings you the good news that matters.
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https://www.ijpr.org/money-and-personal-finances/2024-12-27/california-limits-junk-fees-new-law-blocks-fines-for-declined-atm-withdrawals
https://www.nbc4i.com/news/local-news/central-ohio-news/parents-take-legal-action-against-ohio-agency-over-rule-affecting-children-with-disabilities/
https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/power-texas-coal-solar-battery-20005666.php
https://www.wbrz.com/news/la-supreme-court-allows-defamation-lawsuit-by-librarian-accused-of-promoting-pornography-to-children/
https://apnews.com/article/maryland-gore-tex-forever-chemicals-lawsuit-d7bd8596627ce57435adca7e166bbcbd
https://www.ijpr.org/money-and-personal-finances/2024-12-28/most-medical-debt-can-no-longer-hurt-your-credit-score-under-new-california-law
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From labor victories to inclusive businesses, this episode is packed with positivity and a sprinkle of humor.
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https://www.theguardian.com/business/2024/dec/28/starbucks-national-labor-relations-board-lawsuit
https://arstechnica.com/health/2024/12/the-kids-are-maybe-alright-teen-drug-use-hits-new-lows-in-ongoing-decline/
https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/black-paper-party
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/missouri-judge-rules-states-abortion-ban-is-unenforceable-after-constitutional-amendment
https://bluevirginia.us/2024/12/rep-wexton-senators-kaine-and-warner-applaud-senate-passage-of-gabriella-miller-kids-first-research-act-2-0
https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/paris-hilton-backed-child-abuse-bill-headed-bidens/story
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From crime reduction to labor rights, this episode is packed with good news for the left to brighten your day.
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https://jasher.substack.com/p/crime-in-2024-a-historic-drop-in
https://www.sltrib.com/news/2024/12/27/park-city-mountain-ski-patrollers/
https://www.seattletimes.com/business/when-an-anti-dei-activist-took-a-swing-at-costco-the-board-hit-back/
https://www.citizensforethics.org/reports-investigations/crew-investigations/the-nra-lost-35-million-last-year-as-fundraising-from-member-dues-continued-to-plummet/
https://www.thedailybeast.com/all-out-maga-civil-war-engulfs-trump-already/
https://reasonstobecheerful.world/paying-drug-users-to-stay-sober/
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From making polluters pay, to the return of fur seals, to protecting Native American children, this episode will make lefties smile.
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https://www.commondreams.org/news/new-york-pollution
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/from-150000-pups-to-none-at-all-fur-seals-return-to-california-islands-after-150-years/
https://apnews.com/article/biden-235-judges-trump-courts-db2ac97d2852f0be212c05b8e674b1c0
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/animation-guild-ratifies-2024-27-contract-1236092993/
https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/a-razor-thin-house-majority-creates-headaches-for-republicans/ar-AA1wz2cL
https://www.kjzz.org/tribal-natural-resources/2024-12-23/native-american-child-protection-act-passes-senate-championed-by-ruben-gallego-in-the-house
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From legal battles to community-driven projects, this episode is packed with good news for lefties to brighten your day!
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https://www.wral.com/story/cooper-stein-sue-gop-state-lawmakers-for-a-second-time-over-new-power-grab-law/21781471/
https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/knit-the-rainbow-clothing-donations-homeless-lgbtq
https://www.wcnc.com/article/weather/hurricane/helene/western-nc-relief-lowes-tiny-homes-12-13-2024/275-dd5ae732-02e2-4df6-9cbc-636a7b07e11e
https://virginiamercury.com/2024/12/18/virginia-to-host-worlds-first-fusion-power-plant/
https://www.wbez.org/environment/2024/12/24/all-chicago-city-buildings-will-soon-be-powered-by-100-renewable-energy
https://prismreports.org/2024/12/26/organizations-address-the-racial-wealth-gap-by-increasing-black-homeownership/
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From court victories for librarians to reparations in Evanston, this episode is packed with uplifting stories that remind us of the good in the world.
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https://www.nbcnews.com/news/nbcblk/reparations-evanston-il-transforming-lives-black-residents-rcna173534
https://www.kut.org/health/2024-12-17/for-homeless-austinites-affordable-health-care-is-hard-to-find-ut-med-students-want-to-help
https://electrek.co/2024/12/09/solar-storage-project-california-arevon-eland/
https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/anti-trump-forces-network-aid-targets-incoming-administration-rcna184791?utm_source=firefox-newtab-en-us
https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/sheryl-lee-ralph-advocate-of-the-year
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From healthcare settlements to environmental wins, this episode is packed with good news for lefties and all Americans!
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https://www.alternet.org/medicare-advantage-2670663596/
https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/endangered-sea-otters-california-green-crabs
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/local/2024/12/23/hurricane-victims-can-get-tax-deductions-for-losses-amend-tax-returns/77092806007/
https://www.npr.org/sections/goats-and-soda/2024/12/13/g-s1-38078/drowning-swimming-public-health-who
https://www.cnn.com/2024/12/16/travel/air-travelers-disabilities-new-rule-dot/index.html
https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/senate-passes-hearts-act-promoted-by-damar-hamlin-to-fund-aeds-and-cpr-training
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