Seattle Teacher Accused of Labeling 'Straight' Identification as Offensive

Ian Golash, a controversial figure in the Seattle Public Schools system, faces backlash and investigations over his teaching methods and comments.

A Seattle teacher, Ian Golash, is accused of telling students that identifying as 'straight' is offensive, sparking controversy and a complaint from a parent.
Golash, who teaches Ethnic Studies World History at Chief Sealth High School, allegedly made the comment during a class activity involving a 'Social Identity Wheel' worksheet.
The teacher has reportedly admitted to expressing a similar sentiment to the entire class, arguing that the term 'straight' implies that not being straight is 'crooked', which could have a negative connotation.
Golash has previously made headlines for his controversial teaching methods and comments, including denying that Hamas committed atrocities against Israel and failing a student for saying men can't get pregnant.
The Seattle Public Schools system is reportedly investigating two separate complaints against Golash, one for the quiz and another for an incident when an antisemitic curriculum was allegedly taught to students.