CFPB Saved, Teachers Win, Green Steel Rises – Daily News For Democracy!

Welcome to Good News For Lefties, the podcast that delivers your weekly dose of progressive victories. Host Beowulf Rochlen dives into six major wins for the Left, packed with historical context, grassroots voices, and actionable takeaways. A federal judge blocks Trump’s dismantling of the CFPB, slamming Elon Musk’s DOGE for trying to illegally shutter the agency that protects consumers from Wall Street. Then: After a year of tense negotiations, the Chicago Teachers Union secures a potential deal with CPS—proving even "friendly" administrations need pressure from organized labor. Plus: West Virginia bans toxic food dyes in schools, joining California in putting kids’ health over corporate profits—despite the GOP’s usual anti-regulation rhetoric. And: Vermont’s Senate unanimously passes a pared-down but meaningful data privacy bill, sidestepping Gov. Scott’s veto threats while still protecting users and democracy from Big Tech. Meanwhile: Washington’s rent stabilization bill clears a key hurdle, offering hope to tenants facing skyrocketing housing costs—though corporate landlords are fighting back. Finally: A groundbreaking MIT startup, Boston Metal, pioneers carbon-free steel production—a potential game-changer for one of the world’s dirtiest industries. Whether you’re a policy wonk, an activist, a Democrat, or just someone who needs a break from doomscrolling, this episode delivers proof that resistance works. It's positive, daily news for democracy lovers! This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try and get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/LeftiesListen to Love Doesn't Pay The Bills with Lisa Tschudi.Listen to our friends Jennifer and Dan of the Banned Camp podcast at BannedCampPodcast.comListen to This Week Again with Susanne Posel.And listen to The Good Government Show with Dave MartinIf 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://thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/5220651-federal-judge-trump-cfpb/https://chicago.suntimes.com/education/2025/03/28/ctu-and-cps-have-potential-deal-union-committee-to-review-monday-sources-sayhttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/west-virginia-food-dye-ban-preservatives-harmful-health-effects/https://vtdigger.org/2025/03/27/final-reading-vermont-senate-passes-pared-down-data-privacy-bill/https://washingtonstatestandard.com/2025/03/26/washington-bill-to-cap-rent-increases-clears-first-senate-hurdle/https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/green-startup-boston-metal-now-has-all-the-ingredients-needed-to-make-steel-without-emitting-gobs-of-co2/More good daily news for democracy on Facebook, Bluesky, and Instagram.If you like Justice Matters with Glenn Kirschner, IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson, The MeidasTouch Podcast, and Pod Save America, you'll LOVE Good News For Lefties!Progressive liberal leftist democracy daily newsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.