Editors Roundtable

Gloria Penner hosts the Editors Roundtable on Fridays at 9 a.m. Join us for a lively discussion on the week's news featuring opinions from local editors. You can join the conversation live by calling (888) 895 - KPBS.

House And Senate Release Health Care Bills

Nov. 6, 2009: By Megan Burke, Hank Crook, Gloria Penner

The House and Senate Democrats have released health care reform bills recently. Although, the bills are very similar, finding agreement on a few of the key differences could take awhile. What are the key elements of the House and Senate bills? And, what are the main areas of disagreement between the plans?

State of Calif. Starts Taking More From Your Paycheck

Nov. 6, 2009: By Megan Burke, Hank Crook, Gloria Penner

Most workers in California will see a decrease in their next paycheck. The state will add 10 percent to what it already takes from taxpayers in an effort to balance the budget. How will the additional state tax withholdings affect California workers? And, what does this story tell us about the state budget prospects for next year?

SDG&E Wants To Charge More For Using Less

Nov. 6, 2009: By Megan Burke, Hank Crook, Gloria Penner

San Diego Gas & Electric wants to charge residents who use the least amount of electricity more than those residents who use the most. SDG&E says the proposed rate change will allow the utility to bill customers for the real cost of electricity. How will the rate change affect your utility bills?

Playing Politics With Downtown Library

Oct. 30, 2009: By Megan Burke, Hank Crook, Gloria Penner

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

Oct. 30, 2009: By Megan Burke, Hank Crook, Gloria Penner

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

Oct. 30, 2009: By Megan Burke, Hank Crook, Gloria Penner

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 California's water delivery system, and to prevent the state from going dry.

Camp Pendleton Marines Preparing For Troop Increase in Afghanistan

Oct. 23, 2009: By Hank Crook, Gloria Penner

President Barack Obama hasn't 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 president's decision to send more troops? And, how is the U.S. mission in Afghanistan different from the war in Iraq?

Local Fishermen Worried About Marine Life Protection Plan

Oct. 23, 2009: By Hank Crook, Gloria Penner

A plan to redesign protected areas and improve conservation along California's 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.

City Attorney Says No Need For Competition In Outsourcing Plan

Oct. 23, 2009: By Hank Crook, Gloria Penner

San Diego's 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 Goldsmith's recent opinion have on the program that was commonly referred to as "managed competition"?

Calif. Governor Signs Same-Sex Marriage Bill

Oct. 16, 2009: By Hank Crook, Gloria Penner

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 military's "Don't Ask Don't Tell" policy?

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