The Lever (David Sirota)
by David Sirota & Team
Holding the powerful accountable. The Lever (by David Sirota) is a reader-supported news outlet performing investigative journalism on corporate and political corruption.
About The Lever (David Sirota)
The Lever focuses on 'following the money'. It aims to reveal how corporate influence shapes laws, from healthcare to the climate crisis. It is famous for its 'don't look up' style of reporting that connects disparate dots to show systemic power plays in Washington.
What Makes This Newsletter Unique
Sleuth journalism. They specialize in finding the specific lobbyist-driven language in massive bills that others miss.
Who Should Subscribe?
Readers who want to see how corporate money impacts their daily lives and want to support high-stakes independent investigations.
Content Format
A daily or several-times-weekly email with one or two major investigative features.
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Our Take: Pros & Cons
Pros
- Outstanding original investigative work
- Exposes 'under the radar' corporate moves
- Highly courageous editorial stance
Cons
- Strongly focused on the negative (corruption/power plays)
- Overtly political (progressive-populist)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it a news brief?
It is primarily an investigative outlet, though it does provide daily 'brief' context for its stories.
How often is The Lever (David Sirota) published?
The Lever (David Sirota) is published daily / regular.
Who writes The Lever (David Sirota)?
The Lever (David Sirota) is written by David Sirota & Team. David Sirota is an Oscar-nominated screenwriter (Don't Look Up) and an investigative journalist who formerly worked as a senior advisor to Bernie Sanders.
About the Author: David Sirota & Team
David Sirota & Team
David Sirota is an Oscar-nominated screenwriter (Don't Look Up) and an investigative journalist who formerly worked as a senior advisor to Bernie Sanders.
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