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Ross: Gov. Inslee’s bill to punish lying politicians may be asking for trouble

A growing number of reasonable people are questioning Governor Inslee’s bill (Senate Bill 5843) to punish lying politicians.

3 hours ago

Ross: It looks like the ‘tourists’ were up to something after all

Every American should read the Justice Department indictment of the Oath Keepers who participated in the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol.

3 days ago

Ross: Use inflation as motivation for a little portion control

If millions of people suddenly don’t need to buy so much food, by the law of supply and demand, food prices would have to go down.

4 days ago

Ross: Trust your legislature

If the day comes when a state legislature picks the president, at least we'll get to vote for the representatives who we trust to make the choice for us.

5 days ago

Ross: The best gift you can give to any child is to teach them to chill

I was grocery shopping and noticed a new sign in the window: “We are short staffed. PLEASE be kind to those who showed up. We are doing our very best.”

6 days ago

Ross: A very worried Canadian says American democracy is in crisis

The Jan. 6 anniversary again brought out the predictions that American democracy is in decline. And it appears that Canadians are especially worried.

7 days ago

Ross: Asking if you should vaccinate your kids is the wrong question

If the risk of side effects has you questioning whether to let your teenager get the vaccine, you need to question whether you should them get near a car.

10 days ago

Ross: Fundamental division in this country is not between left and right

The fundamental division in this country is between people who believe in solving differences politically, versus those willing to use violence.

11 days ago

Ross: Always have snacks in the car

Once a highway is closed, you’re on your own until the highway crews dig you out. Until then, no one else is coming to help you.

12 days ago

Ross: Why do we still bother with potty training?

Potty training sets up an expectation that you won’t need a diaper because there will always be a decent place to relieve yourself. But that's a lie.

13 days ago

Dave Ross holiday parody: Walkin’ with an iPhone in Your Hand

I feel the need to update the Christmas classics from time to time, so here’s the latest cut from my beloved holiday album.

25 days ago

Ross: Finally everybody agrees on what our COVID response should be

The main criticism of Joe Biden from Trump’s COVID guy Brett Giroir was that he didn’t go far enough, hinting that we might finally be on the same page.

26 days ago

Ross: Who gets to make the rules on aircraft safety?

When the FAA issues an airworthiness directive, that’s a serious thing. And the FAA has issued such an order concerning 5G networks.

27 days ago

Ross: Can we incentivize good behavior with money?

Given all the material incentives to do the wrong thing, why not fight back, and start rewarding people for good behavior?

28 days ago

A holiday song from Dave Ross for the eating season

This song is dedicated to everyone who finds that even without the usual Christmas parties, you’re still eating way too much holiday food.