# PM News: Press Freedom Wins, Polls Shift Left

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Podcast: [Good News for Lefties | Daily News for Democracy](https://stenobird.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy-6982465)
Published: 2026-08-25T21:00:02+00:00
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We begin with a landmark arbitration ruling that reinstated Washington Post columnist Karen Attiah after her wrongful termination over social media posts. Next, we delve into the political landscape, revealing a troubling new poll showing Donald Trump's approval rating has plummeted to 33%, amidst growing discontent over the ongoing war in Iran and economic concerns. This Afternoon's Stories: Washington Post Ordered to Rehire Columnist Who Was Fired for Charlie Kirk Comments | Common Dreams President Trump's approval drops to 33 percent as midterms approach Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support .

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