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Left Handed Leftist

Left Handed Leftist

Written by: Carlos Childs
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Are you tired of hearing the same old corporate-approved talking points from the mainstream news and sellout politicians who promise change and never deliver? If the answer is yes then you're in the right place.


We're here to talk about what the oligarchs don’t want you to hear and give a leftist perspective on the current news and social justice movements in Maryland, nationally, and around the world. Calling out corporate politicians and big-money interests that have dominated our lives by highlighting the power of the working class and the movements fighting back.


Every Wednesday we’ll either be taking a deep dive through news stories the media establishment wants you to ignore or conversing with issue experts, grassroots activists, community leaders, and leftist candidates/elected officials about how we move forward.


Get ready, it's time for a leftist takeover!

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Episodes
  • Hostile Archives: Maryland’s War on Public Library Unions

    Hostile Archives: Maryland’s War on Public Library Unions
    Jan 21 2026

    In this episode, Carlos engages with library workers Chris Lindstrom and Nicole Dvorak, who share their experiences and insights into the challenges faced by library staff in Maryland. They discuss their journeys into library work, highlighting the stark realities of low pay, poor working conditions, and the ongoing struggle for justice. Both Chris and Nicole emphasize the importance of libraries as community resources, revealing how they often serve as social service hubs, providing essential support to those in need. They also shed light on the tactics employed by public library administrations to undermine union efforts, including hiring lobbyists to oppose pro-union legislation and paying $250,000 delaying negotiations to wear down staff resolve.

    • Nicole Dvorak
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    • Tell the Charles County Public Library Board of Trustees to STOP Union Busting

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • *Trailer* Hostile Archives: Maryland’s War on Public Library Unions

    *Trailer* Hostile Archives: Maryland’s War on Public Library Unions
    Jan 19 2026

    This is a teaser for the full episode that will be posted on 1/21!

    In this episode, Carlos engages with library workers Chris Lindstrom and Nicole Dvorak, who share their experiences and insights into the challenges faced by library staff in Maryland. They discuss their journeys into library work, highlighting the stark realities of low pay, poor working conditions, and the ongoing struggle for justice. Both Chris and Nicole emphasize the importance of libraries as community resources, revealing how they often serve as social service hubs, providing essential support to those in need. They also shed light on the tactics employed by public library administrations to undermine union efforts, including hiring lobbyists to oppose pro-union legislation and paying $250,000 delaying negotiations to wear down staff resolve.

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    If you enjoyed this episode make sure to rate us 5 stars and hit the notifications bell to stay up-to-date on new episodes every Wednesday.

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    4 mins
  • Badge of Dishonor: Communities Reeling from ICE Assaults

    Badge of Dishonor: Communities Reeling from ICE Assaults
    Jan 14 2026

    In this episode Carlos discusses the recent killing of Renee Good by an ICE agent, the subsequent protests demanding justice, and the broader implications of ICE's actions on communities, including the abduction of a U.S. citizen. The conversation also covers proposed legislation in Maryland aimed at restricting ICE officers from holding state law enforcement positions, highlighting the moral and ethical concerns surrounding ICE's operations and the need for systemic change in law enforcement practices.

    Articles:

    • Minneapolis shooting
    • MD woman taken by ICE
    • MD bill banning ICE agents from being state police
    • DC Mayor Bowser says Defund ICE

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    31 mins
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