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KPBS Editors Roundtable (Talk)

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  • KPBS listeners turn to the Editors Roundtable for lively discussion of the week's biggest stories. The Editors put the news into perspective while offering their own opinions and insight.
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  • Genres: Talk
  • Location: San Diego, CA
  • Language: English
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Health Care Reform, Whos Covered? (Editors Roundtable)

Fri, Nov 13 Listen
Health care reform is one step closer to a senate vote. How would the bill impact San Diegos uninsured? This week on the Editors Roundtable, can real change be achieved while cutting healthcare spending, and how much will change before the final vote?

Voters May Decide Whether To Impose Term Limits On S.D. County Supervisors

Fri, Nov 13 Listen
Next June San Diego voters may get to decide whether to impose term limits on our County Supervisors. The Service Employees International Union gathered the necessary signatures to put a measure on the June 2010 ballot. They say that County Supervisors are out of touch with the citizenry. Is this a matter of a strong local union flexing its muscle?

How Are Local Veterans Faring After The War? (Editors Roundtable)

Fri, Nov 13 Listen
For thousands of military veterans returning to San Diego, a new journey is beginning -- often without a safety net. Are U.S. service men and women getting the mental health care they need to return to civilian life? How much responsibility should the U.S. military have to provide ongoing support to its veterans?

Playing Politics With Downtown Library (Editors Roundtable)

Fri, Oct 30 Listen
Should San Diego officials be focused on rebuilding the downtown library when the city is facing a $200 million budget deficit? The editors give you the pros and cons of rebuilding the aging main library, and talk about the battle among city councilmembers over the plan.

Assessing Rebuilding Progress, Future Fire Preparedness (Editors Roundtable

Fri, Oct 30 Listen
Is San Diego County better prepared for a wildfire than it was in 2007? We discuss local changes in fire preparedness, and the struggles that fire victims are still dealing with. Plus, what else can our community do to enhance fire protection?

City Eases Water Policies, State Discusses More Conservation (Editors Round

Fri, Oct 30 Listen
Mayor Jerry Sanders announced this week that the city will modify its water conservation plan for the winter. San Diego residents have conserved more than the city expected, and will not be asked to reduce watering to one day a week. Meanwhile, state lawmakers are discussing ways to improve Californias water delivery system, and to prevent the state from going dry.

Camp Pendleton Marines Preparing For Troop Increase in Afghanistan (Editors

Fri, Oct 23 Listen
President Barack Obama hasnt made a decision about whether to increase the number of U.S. troops in Afghanistan. While the debate continues in Washington, local Marines are preparing for additional deployments to the country. How will the upcoming runoff election in Afghanistan impact the presidents decision to send more troops? And, how is the U.S. mission in Afghanistan different from the war in Iraq?

City Attorney Says No Need For Competition In Outsourcing Plan (Editors Rou

Fri, Oct 23 Listen
San Diegos debate over a program to outsource city services took an interesting turn last week. City Attorney Jan Goldsmith issued a legal opinion where he essentially said the city can outsource services without giving current city departments an opportunity to compete for those jobs. What impact will Goldsmiths recent opinion have on the program that was commonly referred to as managed competition?

Local Fishermen Worried About Marine Life Protection Plan (Editors Roundtab

Fri, Oct 23 Listen
A plan to redesign protected areas and improve conservation along Californias coastline has caused a lot of concern within the local commercial fishing industry. Regardless of which marine areas become protected, local fishing profits are predicted to drop by more than 30 percent. We discuss the compelling arguments on both sides of the debate.

Housing Prices Stay Flat, But Commercial Sector Struggling (Editors Roundta

Fri, Oct 16 Listen
Local housing prices remained flat in September. Some analyst say the worst is behind us, while others predict more tough times ahead. How will the nations unemployment rate affect the housing market over the next year? And, whats causing the commercial real estate market to struggle?

Calif. Governor Signs Same-Sex Marriage Bill (Editors Roundtable)

Fri, Oct 16 Listen
California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger signed bills recognizing some out-of-state same-sex marriages, and establishing a Harvey Milk Day in the state. What motivated the governor to sign the gay rights legislation? And, will President Barack Obama soon overturn the militarys Dont Ask Dont Tell policy?

fficials Recommend Swine Flu Vaccine (Editors Roundtable)

Fri, Oct 16 Listen
San Diego County public health officials say the best way to prevent against getting infected with the H1N1 influenza virus is to get vaccinated. County officials made that announcement on Wednesday, following the news that a 5-year-old girl from Otay Mesa died from swine flu last week.

Solving Californias Prison Crisis (Editors Roundtable)

Fri, Oct 9 Listen
What needs to be done to fix Californias prison crisis? The states prisons are overcrowded, and the recidivism rate is the highest in the nation. We discuss the major challenges California faces in trying to reduce the overcrowding, and improve rehabilitation in the state correctional system.

Enforcing Medical Marijuana Laws (Editors Roundtable)

Fri, Oct 9 Listen
The San Diego City Council appointed an 11-member task force to develop regulations for local medical marijuana dispensaries. What kind of regulations need to be implemented to ensure that local medical marijuana laws are enforces properly?

City of San Diego Facing $179 Million Deficit (Editors Roundtable)

Fri, Oct 9 Listen
The City of San Diego is facing a $179 million budget deficit, and Mayor Jerry Sanders says everything is on the table when it comes to cuts to reduce the debt. What programs or services are likely to be cut?

S.D. Poverty Rate Reaches Highest Level In A Decade (Editors Roundtable)

Fri, Oct 2 Listen
The poverty rate in San Diego is rising faster than in the state, and the rest of the nation. According to recent Census Bureau data, more than 360,000 local individuals live in poverty.

Chargers Meet With Escondido To Discuss Stadium Site (Editors Roundtable)

Fri, Oct 2 Listen
The NFL season is underway, and the conversation about where the Chargers will play football in the future has been renewed.

Recent Hate Crimes Prompt Community Summit (Editors Roundtable)

Fri, Oct 2 Listen
Hate crimes are on the rise nationally and there are several hate groups are active in the East County, according to a representative from the Southern Poverty Law Center.

Finding A Site For Winter Homeless Shelter In S.D. (Editors Roundtable)

Fri, Sep 25 Listen
Mayor Jerry Sanders called on the eight San Diego City Council members to propose sites for a winter homeless shelter in their districts, but none of the council members complied. Why didnt the council members comply with the mayors request?

Small Businesses Struggling In Uptown, Other Areas Of County (Editors Round

Fri, Sep 25 Listen
Its a mixed bag for small businesses in San Diego. Some small businesses are opening up with renewed confidence that the economy will improve, while other longtime businesses are closing down for good. Well learn how businesses in the Uptown area of San Diego are faring, and compare that to whats happening in other local neighborhoods.

ACORN Controversy Heats Up (Editors Roundtable)

Fri, Sep 25 Listen
The national scandal involving ACORN, the community organizing group accused of giving advice to potential criminals, continued to heat up this week. Conservative lawmakers and pundits around the country are calling for ACORNs federal funding to be cut, and for an investigation into alleged irregularities on thousands of voter-registration cards submitted by the organization.

Is Economic Recession Starting To Recede? (Editors Roundtable)

Fri, Sep 18 Listen
Have we seen the worst of this economic recession, or are more difficult times ahead? President Barack Obama says the worst of the recession is behind us, but more financial regulations are needed to prevent future crises.

Military Chief Calls For More Troops In Afghanistan (Editors Roundtable)

Fri, Sep 18 Listen
Admiral Michael Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said more U.S. combat troops are needed to accomplish our goals in Afghanistan. President Obama responded by saying he will not be rushed into a decision over whether to send more troops.

Mayor Sanders Urges S.D. To Build For The Future (Editors Roundtable)

Fri, Sep 18 Listen
Mayor Sanders encouraged San Diego to move forward with $1.6 billion in building projects that include a new City Hall, a new library downtown, and an expansion of the convention center. Why does the mayor believe these projects will help San Diego become a great city?

Challenging Year Ahead for Local School Districts (Editors Roundtable)

Fri, Sep 11 Listen
The new school year began for many San Diego County schools this week. How will the San Diego Unified School District move ahead without a superintendent in place?

CPUC Rejects SDGEs Power Shut-off Plan (Editors Roundtable)

Fri, Sep 11 Listen
The California Public Utilities Commission rejected SDGEs controversial proposal to shut off power to rural areas of the county during times of high fire risk. Whats the next step for SDGE?

President Obama Makes Case for Health Care Reform (Editors Roundtable)

Fri, Sep 11 Listen
Speaking before a joint session of congress, President Obama says the time for bickering is over with regards to efforts to reform the nations health care system. Did the president change any minds with his speech?

Calif. Lawmakers Debate Ways to Reduce Prison Population (Editors Roundtabl

Fri, Sep 4 Listen
The California Senate and Assembly cant agree on the best way to reduce overcrowding and cut costs in the state prison system. Each house of state government has passed its own plan for fixing the prison crisis.

No Celebration for Unemployed this Labor Day (Editors Roundtable)

Fri, Sep 4 Listen
Almost one million jobs have been lost in California over the last two years. The current unemployment rate in San Diego County is over 10 percent, and thats expected to grow in the near future.

Are We Prepared for the Next Wildfire? (Editors Roundtable)

Fri, Sep 4 Listen
The images of the Station Fire burning in Los Angeles are all too familiar to San Diego residents. We were reminded this week of how much a threat wildfires pose to Southern California.

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