Washington State is proud of its populist tradition, with one of its features being the relatively large number of directly elected statewide office holders. Every four years voters are asked to elect … [Read more...]
The Times endorses status quo for failed state Obamacare system
This week, the Seattle Times endorsed Washington Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler -- a Democrat -- for re-election. Acknowledging that he has had shortcomings as commissioner, the Times argues … [Read more...]
What do Hillary Clinton and SDOT’s Scott Kubly have in common?
“Sleazy actions getting excused; absolutely no repercussions.” That’s how KIRO Radio’s Dori Monson recently described what he called the “shocking similarities” between Seattle Department of … [Read more...]
Our green governor’s “work” habits (Part XIII)
Our ongoing “Friday Funny” series (at least, it would be a lot funnier if taxpayers weren’t paying for it) exploring how Jay Inslee spends most of his day not actually working continues. Here’s what … [Read more...]
Democrats have a problem with job creation
Jay Inslee once portrayed Washington State as a “victim of corporate extortion.” Which, according to our green governor, corporation is the one that extorted our state? The Boeing Company. After … [Read more...]
The Times explains what charter schools offer that WEA-controlled schools do not
Public charter schools offer a lot that public schools simply cannot provide, which is one of the many reasons that led voters to allow charter schools in our state via initiative. Using direct union … [Read more...]
Starbucks baristas feel negative impacts of $15 min wage
Some Starbucks employees and customers are upset that hours are being reduced for baristas. In fact, more than 12,000 people have signed on to a symbolic online petition demanding Starbucks listen to … [Read more...]
Why Scott Kubly’s $5,000 fine is a joke
On Wednesday, the City of Seattle’s Ethics Commission was ready to discuss the settlement agreement over the corruption investigation into Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) Director Scott … [Read more...]
Sanders supporters plan “Occupy the DNC” movement
Thousands of Bernie Sanders supporters are expected to fill campgrounds around the Democratic National Committee’s July convention. The movement will be called "Occupy the DNC." The Washington … [Read more...]
Clinton email claims did not hold up in FBI probe
FBI Director James Comey's announcement he will not refer criminal charges to the Justice Department against Hillary Clinton. But, that doesn’t mean Clinton has escaped her trust issues. The AP: A … [Read more...]
Unanswered questions persist in Clinton email scandal
Hillary Clinton still has a lot of questions she must answer. Namely, why are there gaps in Clinton’s email history? Did she or her team delete emails that she should have made public? … [Read more...]
Jay Inslee’s government waste problem
It seems as though wasteful spending is a main characteristic of governments everywhere. Certainly, Washington State is no exception. Unfortunately, after decades of Democrats controlling Olympia, … [Read more...]