In April, former Richland School Board Director and military veteran Semi Bird received the GOP's endorsement for governor.

He has since faced controversy. Last week, conservative talk show host Jason Rantz published letters pertaining to Bird’s time in the Army. In those letters, a brigadier general reprimanded Bird for wearing medals he did not earn and submitting false performance evaluation documents.

On Soundside, Bird pushed back on those claims and said his meritorious service, including earning a Bronze Star and Purple Heart, are being overshadowed by these politically motivated attacks. 

Guests:

• Semi Bird, candidate for Washington governor
• Scott Greenstone, KUOW politics reporter

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