Rantz: Politician compared Trump admin to Nazis, could now craft Holocaust education
The state politician who compared the Trump administration to Nazi Germany could guide Washington state’s Holocaust curriculum for schools. Speaking as a Jew, this is abhorrent.8 years ago
Rantz: Mayor Durkan’s own Green New Deal annoys just about everyone
Mayor Jenny Durkan, desperate to be seen as Progressive by a base she will rely on to expand her political career, announced her own eco-friendly plans.8 years ago
Rantz: This Seattle Council has never been more dangerous than now
If you greeted the news of four current council members ditching re-election, it’s time to return to reality. We now have one of the most dangerous City Council's Seattle has ever had.8 years ago
Rantz: City of Edmonds tries to silence ‘Build the Wall’ baker, then lies about
The City of Edmonds has posted a message that could have a chilling effect on all political speech and how that government interacts with small businesses.8 years ago
Rantz: Mayor Durkan announced gun storage law without any enforcement plan
Seattle’s new gun storage legislation, now in effect, was pitched as a way to keep guns out of the hands of bad guys and make us safer. Only, Mayor Jenny Durkan has absolutely no plan on how Seattle Police will enforce it.8 years ago
Rantz: Bob Ferguson threatens sheriffs over guns, but gives pass to Seattle heroin sites
Sheriffs, you better enforce the constitutionally questionable 1639 or you’ll be held liable. But Seattle city officials? Go ahead and ignore the law. Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson probably doesn't like this comparison.8 years ago
Rantz: Gov. Inslee to use snow, National Guard for presidential political gain
A recent press conference from Gov. Jay Inslee hinted an odd potential narrative for his run at the White House in 2020.8 years ago
Rantz: When it snows in Seattle, King County Metro just abandons you
A key talking point for King County Metro - and extremist urbanists - is that you can ditch your car and Metro will take care of you. Unless it snows.8 years ago
Rantz: Council candidate blames UW death on ‘white masculinity’ then fundraises off it
A 19-year-old woman died at UW after slipping on ice. Then one Seattle City Council candidate blamed a Facebook meme page and “white masculinity” for the tragedy.8 years ago
Rantz: UW tried to derail Republican group speech at last minute
The conservative saga at the University of Washington adds another chapter as college Republicans attempt to plan a speech by Joey Gibson. Officials, however, have been less than helpful.8 years ago
Rantz: Gonzaga relents, permits Ben Shapiro to appear on campus after ban
After an appeal, Gonzaga University has relented, and will allow KTTH host and conservative speaker Ben Shapiro to appear on campus for a speech sponsored by the college Republican group.8 years ago
Rantz: She calls for civility, but Seattle Rep. Pramila Jayapal defends anti-Semites
When it comes to fighting perceived or actual bigotry, Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Seattle) is a loud, powerful voice -- so long as it’s leveled against conservatives.8 years ago
Rantz: After outrage, Federal Way schools pull ‘horrific’ school shooter training video
What started as a well-intentioned attempt to provide students with training in the rare case of a school shooting, turned into a conflict that forced Federal Way Public Schools to backtrack over teacher concerns.8 years ago
Rantz: Seattle homelessness in-fighting pits Sawant vs. Durkan and they’re both wrong
It's a simple appointment -- selecting the new head of Seattle's Human Services Department. But the mayor and a council member are at odds over it. And they are both wrong.8 years ago
Rantz: Seattle cops’ savage ‘disgrace,’ ’embarrassment’ in former chief turned council candidate
Former interim Seattle Police chief Jim Pugel announced his campaign for Seattle City Council. Minutes later, cops made it clear they’re not a fan.8 years ago
Rantz: Kshama Sawant ditches democracy vouchers for big, outsider money
Kshama Sawant is turning down democracy vouchers so she can accept big cash donations from out-of-state interests that help keep her in power.8 years ago
Rantz: Washington’s ‘dwarf tossing’ ban represents good intentions gone wrong
A Republican state senator wants to ban “dwarf tossing” in Washington state, and while the bill’s intentions are admirable, it’s actually an affront to individual freedoms and should be rejected.8 years ago
Rantz: Legislature tried to sneak through devastating bill to local entrepreneurs
An effort in Olympia has tried to ban independent contractors from barber shops and salons. It's likely another union strategy that will kill the entrepreneurial spirit in Washington.8 years ago
Rantz: Staffer who tweeted ‘F bomb’ at deputy mayor resigned, yet still works for Seattle
A staffer for Seattle Councilmember Teresa Mosqueda used harsh rhetoric on Twitter toward city officials. The staffer resigned, but continued to work in Mosqueda's office.8 years ago
Rantz: At its own political peril, Seattle council pushes tolling, bike lanes
Despite the unpopularity of congestion pricing and bike lanes, Seattle City Council members and Mayor Jenny Durkan will continue to pursue them. Prediction: They will pay a political price for their position.8 years ago
Rantz: Seattle public health officials give tips to be a better heroin user
We’ve reached peak absurdity when Seattle King County Public Health officials are actually teaching addicts how to be better drug users. It’s a sign that the city, county and even state has given up on the opioid epidemic.8 years ago
Rantz: Rep. Denny Heck leans into Trump Derangement Syndrome, does more harm than Trump could
Congressman Denny Heck is either suffering from an incurable case of Trump Derangement Syndrome or he’s in love with the new-found TV fame.8 years ago
Rantz: Days after cleanup, homeless return to dangerous Seattle encampment
It hasn’t even been a full week, but campers seem to be returning to a previously-cleared homeless encampment in north Seattle, shortly after it was cleaned and campers were offered services.8 years ago
