20 Best California Liberal Blogs and Websites

1. Truthout

Truthout, a nonprofit news organization founded in 2001, delivers independent reporting on social justice issues. Committed to accuracy and transparency, it exposes systemic injustice and promotes progressive ideas. Through investigative reporting and critical analysis, Truthout sparks action and empowers readers to drive positive change. Visit Truthout.org for progressive perspectives on activism, politics, and social justice.
truthout.org
Facebook Followers 881.4KTwitter Followers 180.5KInstagram Followers 27.7K Frequency 10 posts / day Domain Authority 79 Get Email Contact

2. Truthdig

Truthdig returns with a dedicated staff committed to uncovering the truth. Expect sharp analysis and thought-provoking commentary, covering a broad spectrum of issues. With a focus on journalism that uncovers problems and explores solutions, Truthdig also showcases fresh global voices shedding light on critical humanitarian concerns, from abuse to climate change.
truthdig.com
Facebook Followers 295.5KTwitter Followers 82.7KInstagram Followers 7.3K Frequency 3 posts / day Domain Authority 76 Get Email Contact

3. The Brad Blog

Stay informed with Brad Friedman's independent investigative news, commentary, and muckraking since 2004. Friedman's work provides invaluable insights and challenges the status quo through his fearless reporting.
bradblog.com
Facebook Followers 7.1KTwitter Followers 15.6K Frequency 6 posts / week Domain Authority 61 Get Email Contact

4. CounterPunch

CounterPunch provides free access to its website, featuring new left-leaning articles daily. Weekend editions include notable columns like Roaming Charges by Jeffrey St. Clair. Archived content offers comprehensive searchability. Additionally, CounterPunch publishes books and runs a newsletter/magazine from 1993 to 2020.
counterpunch.org
Frequency 8 posts / day Domain Authority 76 Get Email Contact

5. Reveal

Reveal dedicates extensive time and resources to uncovering original stories, and holding individuals and institutions accountable. Their investigative reporting drives real-world impact, influencing investigations, laws, and community solutions. Through groundbreaking storytelling, they empower the public, spur action, and safeguard democracy.
revealnews.org
Facebook Followers 164.9KTwitter Followers 83.4KInstagram Followers 14.7K Frequency 1 post / week Domain Authority 79 Get Email Contact

6. Mother Jones » Politics

Mother Jones, a prominent independent news organization, delivers groundbreaking coverage across politics, the environment, health, and human rights. Renowned for investigative journalism and innovative reporting, it offers insightful analysis and occasionally employs a sarcastic tone to engage readers.
motherjones.com
Facebook Followers 1.5MTwitter Followers 802.3KInstagram Followers 446.1K Frequency 3 posts / day Domain Authority 89 Get Email Contact

7. OB Rag Blog

The OB Rag, born as the OB People's Rag in the 1970s, served as a grassroots newspaper for Ocean Beach, San Diego. Led by Frank Gormlie, it fueled community activism and countered establishment views. Revived by the Ocean Beach Grassroots Organization in the early 2000s, it continues to attract diverse contributors and supporters, maintaining its legacy of alternative journalism.
obrag.org
Frequency 14 posts / week Domain Authority 56 Get Email Contact

8. The Liberal OC

The Liberal Orange County blog, managed by a team of OC liberals, boldly advocates for progressive values. Focused on Orange County's liberal political landscape, it spotlights activists and issues. Operated by volunteers, it relies on advertising to sustain operations, prioritizing the dissemination of liberal viewpoints in the community.
theliberaloc.com
Twitter Followers 1.2K Frequency 3 posts / week Domain Authority 48 Get Email Contact

9. Orange Juice Blog

The Orange Juice Blog stands as Orange County's pioneering platform for political news and perspectives, earning the moniker 'the OC's political mosh pit.' Established in 2003, it remains the region's foremost political blog, offering a diverse array of viewpoints and fostering robust discourse on local issues.
orangejuiceblog.com
Frequency 1 post / week Domain Authority 53 Get Email Contact

10. 48 hills » Politics

48 Hills, initiated by the SF Bay Guardian editors, serves as San Francisco's premier independent community news and culture platform. Since 2013, it has offered diverse perspectives on local/global music, arts, and vital news stories, attracting 35,000 weekly readers. With a fiercely independent viewpoint, it remains a vital source for news, politics, and cultural discourse in the Bay Area.
48hills.org
Facebook Followers 9.9K Frequency 10 posts / day Domain Authority 59 Get Email Contact

11. Courage California Blog

Courage California envisions a progressive and equitable future, leveraging California's diverse population and economic power to lead the nation. Their mission is to empower citizens to hold leaders accountable and drive meaningful change. By providing essential resources, they strive for a California that benefits all its residents.
couragecalifornia.org
Frequency 1 post / quarter Domain Authority 35 Get Email Contact

12. Baby Boomer Resistance

Rebecca Sperber, a Los Angeles-based psychotherapist, specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. With a focus on communication and relationships, she addresses mood disorders and problematic patterns. Rebecca also offers expertise in addiction, autism, and career counselling. As a lifelong Democrat, she utilizes her writing skills to advocate for restoring morality and Constitutional loyalty amidst a divisive political climate, promoting resistance against racism and autocracy.
babyboomerresistance.com
Twitter Followers 52 Frequency 1 post / day Domain Authority 1 Get Email Contact

13. KQED

KQED, an independent media organization, delivers top stories and original investigative reporting on critical Bay Area issues like the Affordability Crisis and Immigration. Serving Northern California with community-supported alternatives to commercial media, KQED promotes lifelong learning and celebrates diversity. Their television, radio, digital, and educational services empower individuals and communities to achieve their full potential, embodying a commitment to public service and innovation.
kqed.org
Facebook Followers 152.5KTwitter Followers 93.1KInstagram Followers 148.3K Domain Authority 90 Get Email Contact

14. LA Progressive

Dick and Sharon oversee Hollywood Progressive and LA Progressive, platforms advocating for progressive causes. LA Progressive, led by advocacy journalism, aims to engage citizens and foster public debate. It amplifies progressive viewpoints, prioritizing marginalized communities' issues for societal betterment.
laprogressive.com
Twitter Followers 47.7K Domain Authority 66 Get Email Contact

15. California Democratic Party

The California Democratic Party, the nation's largest statewide party, champions the dreams and rights of Californians. Advocating economic justice, excellent public education, universal healthcare, and sustainable communities, they strive to lead the world in prosperity and peace. Committed to defending and promoting the safety and opportunities for all Californians, they envision a future rooted in equity and democracy.
cadem.org/media
Facebook Followers 59.3KTwitter Followers 41.3KInstagram Followers 39.1K Frequency 6 posts / year Domain Authority 55 Get Email Contact

16. SFGate » Politics

SFGATE.com, established in 1994, was among the pioneering large-market media sites globally, serving as the digital hub for the San Francisco Chronicle for 19 years. Co-founded by Allen Weiner and John Coate, it offered innovative features like searchable archives and public forums. Associated with KRON-TV and the San Francisco Examiner, it became solely under Hearst Corp. after divestments in the early 2000s.
sfgate.com
Domain Authority 93 Get Email Contact

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