Ohio's Republican Primary Upset and South Carolina's Redistricting Standoff

In this episode of Good News for Lefties, Beowulf Rochlen shares a series of uplifting stories that highlight progress and resilience across the nation.Ohio Treasurer Robert Sprague has won the Republican primary for Secretary of State, defeating a far-right candidate backed by election deniers. This victory reflects a divide within the GOP and the ongoing battle for election integrity.Meanwhile, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has decided against calling a special session to redraw congressional districts, pushing back against pressure from hardline Republicans, which may prevent a partisan redistricting effort.In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court has restored broad access to the abortion pill mifepristone, allowing women to obtain it without an in-person visit to a doctor, thereby maintaining critical access to reproductive healthcare.In Chicago, union workers at Brookfield Zoo have walked off the job, demanding fair contracts and better working conditions, showcasing the power of collective action in the labor movement.Oregon is expanding its electric vehicle infrastructure with 24 new fast charging stations, promoting sustainable transportation and reducing carbon emissions across the state.Lastly, U.S. Steel is investing $1.9 billion in a new lower carbon iron-making plant in Arkansas, marking a significant step towards cleaner steel production and a greener economy.Today's Stories: Ohio Republicans reject election denier-backed candidate in secretary of state primary - Democracy DocketMcMaster not planning session to redraw SC congressional mapSupreme Court restores telehealth access to abortion pill mifepristone | AP NewsAround 100 union workers strike at Brookfield Zoo over health insurance, wagesOregon to add 24 new electric vehicle charging stations across its highways | East OregonianUS Steel to build $2B lower-carbon iron plant in… | Canary MediaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.