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Send us a textSpecial guests Ingrid Martin and Jack Staudt of the Senior Council share how older adults live well and stay connected in Kirkland. Plus, beach closure update. City Hall holiday closure update. Avoid a scam that is active in our area. Celebrate Public Works Week. Volunteer at Juanita Friday Market. RSVP for the 4th of July Veterans reception. Stay up to date on Council matters. Practice grilling safety. Prep your yard to stay safe during wildfire season. Tune into WSDOT's meeting on the I405 and NE 85th St project. Upcoming events and more! Show note links: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20250522

Expect delays Friday, May 2, as WSDOT crews conduct safety inspections and deck repairs on the SR 503 Yale Bridge near Amboy. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/expect-delays-on-sr-503-yale-bridge-for-bridge-deck-repairs-friday/ #SR503 #YaleBridge #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #WSDOT #LakeMerwin #trafficalert #Washingtonroads #bridgeinspection #Amboy

KGMI's Dianna Hawryluk talks to WSDOT communications manager RB McKeon about upcoming construction south of Bellingham on I-5, work to clear a rockslide on Chuckanut Driver, people placing stuffed animals in trees, and more.

Expect daytime ramp closures on I-5 and SR 14 in Vancouver this Tuesday as WSDOT crews work on wrong way detection upgrades to improve safety. Find out the details at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/plan-ahead-for-daytime-ramp-closures-on-i-5-and-sr-14-in-vancouver-tuesday/ on www.ClarkCountyToday.com #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #Vancouver #WSDOT #Interstate5 #StateRoute14 #rampclosures #transportationupdates #roadconstructionalerts

Expect delays on northbound I-5 near Ridgefield as WSDOT crews improve the Exit 14 off-ramp to support future development. Learn about scheduled lane closures and tips for navigating the work zone. Stay informed and read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/expect-delays-on-northbound-i-5-near-ridgefield-through-may-9/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #Ridgefield #transportation

Expect daytime delays on northbound I-5 near Woodland as WSDOT crews close one lane for guardrail repairs on April 18. Learn what to expect and how to stay informed with travel updates. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/travel-advisory-expect-daytime-delays-on-northbound-i-5-near-woodland-for-guardrail-repairs-april-18/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #I5 #Woodland #WSDOT #WashingtonState #TransportationUpdate

Muskrat Love found the back of the net and there was much rejoicing. The Sounders got three points and there was much rejoicing. Another injury to one of the starters and the rejoicing was silenced. Speaking of upcoming matches, why does the WSDOT hate the Pow Wow?

The Seattle City Council is cracking down on problematic after hours establishments. WSDOT is implementing speed cameras near work zones. The Tacoma News Tribune has a dumb story about whether or not police departments in Pierce County are ‘diverse’ enough. CBS’s Gayle King played the sexism card when addressing criticism over her space ride. // LongForm: GUEST: Scott St. Clair’s son, a USAF veteran, was taken hostage in Venezuela. He says Sen. Patty Murray is ignoring his pleas for help but is confident in the Trump administration. // Quick Hit: President Trump cut off federal funds to Harvard. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) says he will go down to El Salvador to get Kilmar Abrego Garcia back if he has to.

Expect delays on northbound I-5 at Exit 14 in Ridgefield as WSDOT begins work to replace traffic barriers and shift the right-turn lane at the Pioneer Street off-ramp. The project runs through April 24, with daytime work Tuesdays through Fridays. Plan for extra travel time and stay alert in the work zone. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/travel-advisory-expect-delays-on-northbound-i-5-near-ridgefield/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #Ridgefield #I5Construction #WSDOT #Exit14 #PioneerStreet #TrafficDelays #TransportationUpdate #RoadWork

What’s Trending: Trump confirms he wants to send immigrants at the border to Sanctuary Cities, security cameras catch disturbing footage outside a Seattle condo, Jason reviews, ‘Perfect Date’ and Amazon reveals what a typical U.S. worker makes after minimum-wage bump. KIRO's Chris Sullivan joins the show to talk about WSDOT’s latest scam and tolling theft. Jason makes fun of Tom’s hair. 

WSDOT and Clark Public Utilities will fully close I-5 between Exits 9 and 11 on April 13 from 1 to 5 a.m. to relocate power lines. The overnight closure includes both directions of traffic and nearby ramps. Read the full travel alert at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/overnight-full-closure-of-i-5-in-north-clark-county-for-utility-work-april-13/ on www.ClarkCountyToday.com #Latest #I5fullclosure #ClarkCountyroadclosures #northboundI5closure #southboundI5closure #utilityworkI5 #WSDOTclosure #ClarkPublicUtilities #I5detours #179thStreetinterchange #SR502ramps #Vancouvertravelalert #roadworkadvisory #Washingtonstatetrafficupdate #ClarkCounty #localnews #Vancouver #Ridgefield #BattleGround

Clark County is seeing a spike in freeway litter, with WSDOT pointing to unsecured loads and improper trash disposal as major causes. Paul Valencia shares what drivers can do to help. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/securing-loads-would-go-a-long-way-to-preventing-litter-along-freeways-highways/ #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #WSDOT #litterprevention #secureyourload #AdoptAHighway #roadsidecleanup

Eastbound SR 14 drivers near Camas should plan for delays April 2 as WSDOT crews close a lane and the NE 192nd Avenue on-ramp for guardrail repairs. Full details at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/expect-delays-on-eastbound-sr-14-for-safety-repairs-april-2/ #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #SR14 #WSDOT #CamasTraffic #roadclosures

Expect daytime delays on I-5 near Woodland April 1–3 as WSDOT crews close lanes for cable barrier repair and debris cleanup. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/expect-delays-in-both-directions-of-i-5-near-woodland-for-safety-improvements-april-1-3/ on www.ClarkCountyToday.com #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #I5traffic #WoodlandWa #WSDOT #roadwork #cablebarrier #transportation #lanerestrictions #safetyupdates

A suspect has been charged in a viral episode of road rage in Issaquah where a woman keyed a Tesla. You won’t believe Dow Constantine’s new contract as Sound Transit CEO. A couple was scammed out of $23,000 in the WSDOT toll texting scam. // LongForm: GUEST: Washington State Senator Curtis King (R-Yakima) explains why he is in favor of a gas tax hike. // Quick Hit: The Trump Administration caught an MS-13 gang leader. An illegal immigrant was arrested in Sedro Woolley.  

Trash piling up along I-5, I-205, and SR-14 has become a growing frustration for local drivers. While WSDOT says it's working on it, funding and staffing challenges make cleanup difficult. Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle says the state owns the problem—but who should really take the lead? Vote in this week's Clark County Today poll. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/who-should-clean-up-our-highways-cast-your-vote/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #roadsidecleanup #WSDOT #highwaygarbage #volunteerefforts #AdoptAHighway #transportation #WashingtonState

A local truck driver voiced concern about growing litter along Clark County highways. Clark County Today followed up with the Washington State Department of Transportation, which said cleanup efforts are challenged by limited budgets, safety concerns, and seasonal constraints. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/wsdot-responds-to-complaints-about-litter-along-area-freeways-highways/ #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #WSDOT #highwaycleanup #freewaylitter #roadmaintenance #AdoptAHighway #SR14 #VancouverWA

Washington’s budget deficit continues to grow. Washington has some of the worst roads in the country. Seattle is expanding its ‘CARE’ teams throughout more of the city. A popular sushi restaurant in Seattle has been forced to close due to health code violations. // A giant stuffed sloth was removed from the freeway near Bellingham by WSDOT. A man in Kent was arrested for allegedly trying to kidnap his girlfriend. A hallucinogenic drug lab was operating close to Spokane schools and the judge promptly let the suspect go. // You Pick the Topic: The Mariners are offering a few new food items at T-Mobile Park this year, including “Ice Cream Nachos.”

WSDOT crews will complete inspections on SR 503 Yale Bridge on March 28, requiring temporary closures and traffic delays. Travelers are advised to plan ahead. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/expect-delays-on-sr-503-yale-bridge-for-annual-inspections-march-28/ on www.ClarkCountyToday.com #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #SR503 #transportation #roadclosure

Expect delays on Interstate 5 near Woodland as WSDOT conducts annual inspections on the North Fork Lewis River Bridge from March 17-20. Single-lane closures will be in effect daily, so drivers should allow extra time for their commute. Stay informed about the latest road conditions and safety updates at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/expect-delays-on-i-5-north-fork-lewis-river-bridge-for-annual-inspections-near-woodland-march-17-20/ #I5BridgeInspection #NorthForkLewisRiverBridge #WSDOT #TrafficAdvisory #RoadWork #TravelAlert #HighwaySafety #Woodland #ClarkCountyWa #WashingtonState #LocalNews

Expect delays on SR 503's Yale Bridge as WSDOT conducts annual inspections March 5-6. Temporary closures will occur throughout both days. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/expect-delays-on-sr-503-yale-bridge-for-annual-inspections-march-5-6/ on www.ClarkCountyToday.com #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #transportation #SR503 #YaleBridge #WSDOT

Send us a textSummary - In this episode of the PIO podcast, Robert Tornabene interviews Summer DeRay, an experienced Public Information Officer (PIO) with a rich background in communications and community engagement. Summer shares her journey from working in newsrooms to her current role at the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). She discusses the importance of building relationships with local tribes, the evolution of social media in public information, and the significance of community engagement. Summer also emphasizes the need for self-care among PIOs to prevent burnout and shares her success stories in community outreach. The conversation concludes with rapid-fire questions that reveal Summer's personal insights and philosophies.Summer's BiIO: Summer Derrey is an MPIO with nearly 20 years of experience at WSDOT. She excels at breaking down complex engineering jargon into easy-to-understand information for the public. From Washington's harsh winter weather to summer construction projects, Derrey uses various communication methods. Recently, her work has centered on traffic safety, community engagement, and tribal relations.LinkedInSummer's Email  - Summerinthefall@gmail.comSupport the showOur premiere sponsor, Social News Desk, has an exclusive offer for PIO Podcast listeners. Head over to socialnewsdesk.com/pio to get three months free when a qualifying agency signs up.

Washington lawmakers will soon decide on HB 1958, a bill that could place the entire tolling burden for the I-5 Bridge replacement on Washington taxpayers. Opponents argue the bill lets Oregon avoid its share of funding. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/house-transportation-committee-to-hold-hearing-on-hb-1958/ www.ClarkCountyToday.com #HB1958 #JohnLey #ClarkCountyWa #WashingtonState #localnews #transportation #infrastructure #tolling #publichearing #WSDOT

Traffic delays expected on I-5 near Woodland, La Center, and Ridgefield Thursday morning as WSDOT crews conduct rolling slowdowns for tree removal. Plan for extra commute time and stay updated on road conditions at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/expect-morning-commute-delays-on-northbound-and-southbound-i-5-in-clark-county-thursday/ #I5Traffic #morningcommute #roadwork #WSDOT #travelalerts #ClarkCountyWa #localnews

Left-wing activists are demanding that Seattle Children’s Hospital continue transgender surgeries on minors in defiance of President Trump’s executive order. Donald Trump continues to enjoy high approval ratings. WSDOT says their graffiti-fighting drones are “very effective.” // LongForm: GUEST: King County Police Officers Guild President Mike Mansanarez on potential budget cuts to public safety. // Quick Hit: Two youth hockey referees were attacked by a parent at the Kraken Community Iceplex.  

3pm: Trump Tells U.S. Treasury to Stop Minting Pennies //  A brief history of coins in the US and tidbits from “How to Become a Federal Criminal” // New graffiti-battling drone deemed 'very effective' in WSDOT report // 3 graffiti taggers arrested after shooting at driver on I-5 off-ramp in Seattle // Sam Campbell - 12U Recreational  Hockey Dad Snaps On Teen Refs // German Hunters Bellow Like Stags At National Deer Calling Championship

6pm: Trump Tells U.S. Treasury to Stop Minting Pennies //  A brief history of coins in the US and tidbits from “How to Become a Federal Criminal” // New graffiti-battling drone deemed 'very effective' in WSDOT report // 3 graffiti taggers arrested after shooting at driver on I-5 off-ramp in Seattle // Sam Campbell - 12U Recreational  Hockey Dad Snaps On Teen Refs // German Hunters Bellow Like Stags At National Deer Calling Championship

It snowed again! WSDOT is urging drivers to keep their distance from snow plow drivers. WA Senate Democrats are proposing a bill that would effectively get rid of the ballot initiative process. King County Metro is installing barriers on buses to protect drivers. // A new bill in the Washington State legislature would increase penalties for athletes that assault youth sports referees. Another bill seeks to lower costs of rideshares while Seattle hosts the FIFA World Cup, or any other major events. // The price of eggs have soared due to the bird flu.

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.Lumma Stealer, an information-stealing malware, has been observed using new evasion techniques to avoid detection.Researchers at CloudSEK have uncovered a trojanized version of the xWorm Remote Access Trojan (RAT) builder that is being secretly distributed among cybercriminals. A recent disclosure by security researcher Zach Latta highlights how the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) inadvertently exposed sensitive server credentials on its public website.A critical authentication bypass vulnerability (CVE-2024-21762) in Fortinet's FortiOS has been actively exploited in the wild, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code or gain unauthorized access to affected systems.

While companies reject DEI, Sound Transit to waste nearly $500K on Chief Diversity Officer. We got our first White House press briefing from someone competent. Costco is switching from Pepsi products to Coke in its food court. // WSDOT has delayed “critical preservation work” on I-5 until next year because apparently it wasn’t that critical. California is proposing a bill that would hold oil companies responsible for natural disasters. // Sean Hannity got into another debate with a PETA spokesperson. This time about the ethics of Groundhog Day.  

GUEST: Chris Sullivan explains why WSDOT is pushing back one of the biggest highway projects of all time // GOP pressuring Costco over DEI // SCENARIOS!

Safer pedestrian crossings are coming to SR 503 near Prairie High School in Vancouver. Learn more about the new hybrid signal and its impact on local road safety. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/safer-pedestrian-crossing-coming-to-sr-503-near-prairie-high-school-in-vancouver on www.ClarkCountyToday.com. #saferpedestriancrossing #SR503 #Vancouver #PrairieHighSchool #pedestrianhybridsignal #HAWKsignal #pedestriansafety #WSDOT #roadsafety #ClarkCountyWa #localnews

Discover details about emergency pavement repairs on SR 14 West Camas Slough Bridge, scheduled to begin Jan. 7. Heavy rainfall has worsened damage to the aging bridge deck, prompting WSDOT to take immediate action. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/emergency-pavement-repairs-on-sr-14-west-camas-slough-bridge-begin-jan-7 on www.ClarkCountyToday.com #SR14 #CamasSloughBridge #EmergencyRepairs #PavementDamage #WSDOT #Transportation #LocalNews #ClarkCountyWa

6pm: Holiday Magic Total as of Thursday: $86,400! // What Walmart may gain from FTC's Kroger-Albertsons lawsuit // The great grocery merger is dead. Can Albertsons, QFC and others survive? // WSDOT wants more Anti-Graffiti drones // University of Illinois’s “Dial-A-Carol” Hotline is Live for 2024 carrying on their tradition started in 1960! // Grandma is literally run over by a reindeer // The girl with 1000 letters in her name

3pm: Holiday Magic Total as of Thursday: $86,400! // What Walmart may gain from FTC's Kroger-Albertsons lawsuit // The great grocery merger is dead. Can Albertsons, QFC and others survive? // WSDOT wants more Anti-Graffiti drones // University of Illinois’s “Dial-A-Carol” Hotline is Live for 2024 carrying on their tradition started in 1960! // Grandma is literally run over by a reindeer // The girl with 1000 letters in her name

What’s Trending: A repeat offender has plead not guilty to a shooting that nearly killed a 3-year-old boy. WSDOT is testing out the use of drones to clean up graffiti on Washington’s roads. Jay Inslee is mad about rumors he’ll move to Idaho soon. // LongForm: GUEST:  Rep Jim Walsh (R-Aberdeen) says we should prepare for new tax proposals from Democrats and that he thinks Democrats might finally be willing to go after drug dealers. // The UK has banned puberty blockers for minors. A squad member went on an anti-White rant after the Daniel Penny verdict.

Explore WSDOT's projected $7 billion budget deficit, driven by reduced gas tax revenues, rising costs, and new mandates. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/wsdot-could-overspend-revenue-by-7-billion-by-2031 #WSDOT #localnews #transportationnews #ClarkCountyWa

Drivers on northbound I-5 near La Center should prepare for lane closures on December 9th and 10th as WSDOT performs annual maintenance on the East Fork Lewis River Bridge. Learn more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/daytime-single-lane-closures-on-northbound-i-5-east-fork-lewis-river-bridge-near-la-center-dec-9-10 on www.ClarkCountyToday.com #Transportation #LocalNews #TrafficUpdates

3pm: People are still without power - Sam Campbell is live in Esat Renton Highlands // WSDOT: Massive project will disrupt traffic for 3 years as crews work to repair I-5 // Seattle deputy mayor: New SPD chief to be appointed before 2024 ends-This broke on the show last week, might not be a ton to discuss, but in case you want to react to this news // No More Meat Industry Malarkey! PETA Pushes President Biden to End Shameful Turkey Pardon Before Oval Office Exit // John’s Parade Story // John finishes his Macy's Parade Story

Puget Sound Energy is assuring its King County customers that they will get their power back by tomorrow afternoon at the latest. MSNBC is terrified of Trump’s new AG pick Pam Bondi. An elderly woman in Seattle drove her car off the roof of a house and somehow didn’t suffer any injuries. WSDOT said a new project on I-5 is going to obstruct traffic for 3 years. Guest: Desirae Aylesworth is the co-owner of Wild Mountain Cafe in Seattle’s Crown Hill neighborhood. Yet another small business that was broken in to. // Democrats’ radicalism moved the entire country to the right. Nancy Mace is receiving unhinged death threats for her opposition to trans women using the women’s bathrooms on Capitol Hill. Ana Navarro of ‘The View’ says you’re a bigot if you don’t want transgender women to go into a women’s bathroom. A state rep in Montana says that trans women are just as biologically female as ‘cis women.’ // Washington State University researchers have developed an AI model that can detect a whole host of health problems. UW Medical Center has a treatment that can cure depression with electrical currents.

Learn more about the future safety improvements coming to SR 500 in Vancouver! WSDOT invites the public to an open house on Oct. 29 to discuss pedestrian and cyclist safety upgrades. Can't attend? Take the online survey starting Oct. 30. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/public-invited-to-open-house-to-learn-about-future-improvements-on-sr-500-in-vancouver-oct-29 on ClarkCountyToday.com. #SR500 #VancouverWa #ClarkCountyWa #CompleteStreets #roadsafety #localnews

WSDOT is ready for winter, and they want you to be too! Learn about the latest snow and ice preparations, studded tire regulations, and what you need to know before hitting the road this winter. Visit https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/snow-and-ice-preparations-underway on www.ClarkCountyToday.com for the full story. #SnowPrep #WinterDriving #WSDOT #WashingtonState #ClarkCountyWa #StuddedTires #WinterWeather #RoadSafety #LocalNews

3pm: Thanks to both the Detroit Tigers and the Kansas City Royals winning their respective games today; the Mariners’ season is OFFICIALLY over // WSDOT prepping for the “worst weekend of the year” // King County Sheriff’s lawsuit against Burien over camping ban tossed by federal judge // “Just wave as they go by”; Experts offer tips for ‘spider season’ // Medical Journal Pushes “Conjoining Euthanasia” and Organ Harvesting // Several detained after American's 'suicide capsule' death in Switzerland: Police // Art Installation in Everett is Spreading Affirmations With the Push of a Button // How would councilmember Curley respond to this proposal in a CC session?

6pm: Thanks to both the Detroit Tigers and the Kansas City Royals winning their respective games today; the Mariners’ season is OFFICIALLY over // WSDOT prepping for the “worst weekend of the year” // King County Sheriff’s lawsuit against Burien over camping ban tossed by federal judge // “Just wave as they go by”; Experts offer tips for ‘spider season’ // Medical Journal Pushes “Conjoining Euthanasia” and Organ Harvesting // Several detained after American's 'suicide capsule' death in Switzerland: Police // Art Installation in Everett is Spreading Affirmations With the Push of a Button // How would councilmember Curley respond to this proposal in a CC session?

Expect daytime delays on Interstate 5 in Vancouver for ramp paving work from September 30th to October 3rd. Alternate routes will be needed as WSDOT conducts maintenance. Get all the details and plan your trip accordingly at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/expect-daytime-delays-for-ramp-paving-on-i-5-in-vancouver-sept-30-oct-3/ on www.ClarkCountyToday.com. #Vancouver #ClarkCountyWa #WashingtonState #localnews #Interstate5 #RampClosures #TravelDelays

Washington's highway system is showing signs of serious decline, according to WSDOT. The agency is warning that inadequate funding for maintenance and preservation has put the state's highways in the 'early stages of failure.' Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/wsdot-state-highway-system-in-early-stages-of-failure/ on www.ClarkCountyToday.com. #WashingtonState #highwaysystem #transportation #WSDOT #maintenance #ClarkCountyWa #localnews

Today's rundown covers aid efforts for displaced Ridgefield residents, Washington highway system issues, Vancouver's police chief recruitment, and a tragic domestic violence case in Orchards. Plus, opinion pieces on a failing $42 billion internet program and financial motivations behind recent actions. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/ #ClarkCountyWa #RidgefieldWa #VancouverWa #OrchardsWa #WSDOT #VPD #PoliceChief #DomesticViolence #ClimateChange #PublicSafety #InternetProgram #ClarkCountyCommunity #LocalNews #WashingtonState

Washington State Department of Transportation is projected to face a $900 million funding shortfall by the 2027-2029 biennium. Factors include reduced gas tax revenue, increased project costs, and less federal funding. Learn more about WSDOT's challenges at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/wsdot-faces-900-million-funding-gap-by-2027-2029-biennium/ on www.ClarkCountyToday.com. #WSDOT #transportationfunding #MoveAheadWA #ClarkCountyWa #localnews

WSDOT will conduct paving work on SR 14 in Washougal on Thursday, Sept. 19, with single-lane closures expected to cause delays. This work is part of preparing the road for the rainy season. Learn more about the project and stay informed on travel updates at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/wsdot-travel-advisory-expect-daytime-delays-for-paving-work-on-sr-14-in-washougal-thursday/ on www.ClarkCountyToday.com. Hashtags: #WSDOT #SR14 #Washougal #TrafficDelays #RoadConstruction #ClarkCountyWa #localnews

What’s Trending: There has been a surge of fentanyl overdoses among infants in Everett. WSDOT is introducing a plan to use drones to remove graffiti. Portland State University has given into antisemitic activists and paused grants and gifts to Boeing. Guest: UW Republicans Vice President Charles Vo breaks down the antisemitic encampment. // Big Local: Several teens were arrested after stealing a woman’s car in Bellevue before finally being caught in Vancouver. Zebras broke loose in North Bend before finally before finally being corralled by neighbors and state patrol. // Jerry Seinfeld said that the radical Left has killed comedy.