Polls Favor Democrats Amid Rising Voter Enthusiasm

In this episode of Good News for Lefties, host Beowulf Rochlen shines a light on the positive developments amidst the chaos leading up to the midterm elections. We kick things off with the resignation of a prominent election denier from the Trump administration, signaling a shift away from unfounded conspiracy theories that have plagued our democracy. Next, we discuss a recent NPR/PBS News Marist Poll revealing that a solid majority of voters prefer Democrats over Republicans, especially in addressing pressing issues like the economy and foreign policy. With Trump’s approval ratings hitting record lows, it seems the tide is turning in favor of progressives. We also highlight California's bold move to tackle ghost ticket sales, ensuring fair access to concert experiences for all fans. Governor Gavin Newsom's bipartisan bill aims to eliminate deceptive practices in ticket sales, making it a win for consumers. In labor news, unionized staff at the Whitney Museum of American Art are gearing up for a potential strike over inadequate contract negotiations, reflecting the ongoing struggle for fair wages in the face of rising living costs in New York City. Additionally, a powerful quilt made by demonstrators in Minnesota is drawing attention to the plight of immigrants, as they call for policy changes to restrict ICE operations that disrupt communities Join us as we celebrate these uplifting stories and more, reinforcing the spirit of resilience and hope within the progressive movement. Don’t forget to share this episode with your friends to keep the good news flowing! Today's Stories: https://www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/election-denier-kurt-olsen-leaves-doj-after-failing-to-find-evidence-of-stolen-election/ https://www.npr.org/2026/09/23/nx-s1-5977613/trump-poll-democrats-congress https://www.rawstory.com/ice-2677941297/ https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/california-law-ghost-tickets https://www.yahoo.com/news/us/articles/whitney-museum-union-workers-set-134427563.html https://www.audacy.com/wccoradio/news/local/activists-quilt-protest-ice-walz