{"podcast":{"title":"Good News for Lefties | Daily News for Democracy","slug":"good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy-6982465","podcast_index_feed_id":6982465,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/6256627/episodes/feed","website_url":"http://GoodNewsForLefties.com","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/672afcb4f39d17cf54d4be4a2915a13e.jpg","author":"Two Squared Media Productions, LLC","episode_count":876,"summary":"Positive, progressive news for democracy daily! Democrats, Leftists, liberals, and democratic socialists welcome. A respite from troubling headlines in difficult times. Sure, read the bad news, but then listen to us! Send good news tips to beowulf@twosquaredmediaproductions.com or 202-656-6271 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support .","last_synced_at":"2026-07-25T14:22:27.318827+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy-6982465"},"episode":{"title":"Polls Show Increasing Discontent for Trump and Oregon Courts Protect Patient Care","slug":"polls-show-increasing-discontent-for-trump-and-oregon-courts-protect-patient-care","published_at":"2026-05-16T09:30:02+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy-6982465/polls-show-increasing-discontent-for-trump-and-oregon-courts-protect-patient-care","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy-6982465","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/polls-show-increasing-discontent-for-trump-and-oregon-courts-protect-patient-care--72022801","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/pscrb.fm/rss/p/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72022801/051626_gnfl.mp3","summary":"In this episode of Good News for Lefties, Wendy King highlights a series of uplifting stories that illuminate the resilience and progress of communities across the nation. A recent poll reveals a significant disapproval of President Trump's economic management, reflecting a growing concern about the likelihood of a recession, as many Americans grapple with rising costs and economic uncertainty. In Oregon, a tentative settlement has emerged from a contentious legal battle over corporate influence in healthcare, preserving local emergency physician staffing and reinforcing patient care standards. Oklahoma has enacted a new law that increases financial support for family caregivers, offering much-needed relief and recognition for those who provide essential care to loved ones. The West Virginia primary brought victories for progressive candidates in nonpartisan judicial races, signaling a shift towards a more balanced judiciary. Wendy also shares exciting news about the Los Angeles Dodgers' upcoming LGBTQ Pride Night, featuring a tribute to trailblazing former players Billy Bean and Glenn Burke. This celebration not only honors their legacy but also promotes inclusivity within the sport. Finally, a heartwarming story from San Francisco showcases a pilot program that replaces gas water heaters in childcare centers with electric heat pumps, promoting healthier environments for children and caregivers alike. Today's Stories: Poll shows voters disapprove of Trump's handling of economy | The Hill Oregon court battle over corporate control of medicine ends in tentative settlement - oregonlive.com New law in Oklahoma supports family caregivers | News on 6 West Virginia primary results show progressive wins in judicial elections | Daily Dot Dodgers to honor LGBTQ trailblazers on…","meta_description":"In this episode of Good News for Lefties, Wendy King highlights a series of uplifting stories that illuminate the resilience and progress of communities a…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1919,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy-6982465/episodes/polls-show-increasing-discontent-for-trump-and-oregon-courts-protect-patient-care/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy-6982465/polls-show-increasing-discontent-for-trump-and-oregon-courts-protect-patient-care.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}