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.
County Social Welfare Programs
- Feb. 5, 2010
- By Megan Burke, Hank Crook, Gloria Penner
Our county's safety net for the poor sinks to the bottom of some charts. Is there resistance to helping the needy?
Strong Mayor Ballot Measure
- Feb. 5, 2010
- By Megan Burke, Hank Crook, Gloria Penner
In June, San Diego voters will decide if they want to make the strong mayor system permanent and whether to add a 9th city council district. We discuss why some city council members wanted to postpone the vote.
California Voter Sentiment Changing?
- Feb. 5, 2010
- By Megan Burke, Hank Crook, Gloria Penner
Californian’s are down on their nation and their state. What changes would shift voter sentiment with government?
State Of The Union: President Calls For More Jobs, Less Bickering
- Jan. 29, 2010
- By Megan Burke, Hank Crook, Gloria Penner
President Barack Obama discussed the need for more job creation, and more bipartisanship in Washington, D.C. during his first State of the Union address. What were the key elements of the speech, and did the president inspire Republicans and Democrats to do a better job of working together?
Charges Dismissed Against Former Retirement Board Officials
- Jan. 29, 2010
- By Megan Burke, Hank Crook, Gloria Penner
The California Supreme Court dismissed conflict-of-interest charges against five former San Diego retirement board officials early this week. How might the state Supreme Court's ruling impact future conflict-of-interest cases involving public officials?
Local Home Prices On The Rise
- Jan. 29, 2010
- By Megan Burke, Hank Crook, Gloria Penner
San Diego was one of only four large metro areas in the nation to see an increase in home prices late last year. Why is the local housing market improving in San Diego, while home prices are declining around the rest of the country?
Mayor Jerry Sanders Testifies In Support Of Same-Sex Marriage
- Jan. 22, 2010
- By Megan Burke, Hank Crook, Gloria Penner
Mayor Sanders made national headlines this week for his role in the Prop 8 trial. Sanders said he didn't think it was unusual for a Republican or a police chief to stick up for people who have had their rights taken away. How unusual is it for an elected official to testify in court?
City Of San Diego Underestimated Pension Debt
- Jan. 22, 2010
- By Megan Burke, Hank Crook, Gloria Penner
Last week Mayor Jerry Sanders said the city's aggressive budget reforms prevented $24 million in cuts to city services. Just days later, bad news from the pension board. The city underestimated what it owes by $19 million. How can San Diego sustain all this debt?
S.D. Schools Brace For Budget Cuts
- Jan. 22, 2010
- By Megan Burke, Hank Crook, Gloria Penner
San Diego's public schools brace for more cuts while some local districts leave federal funding on the table. Why is San Diego Unified School District the only big California city school district not applying for the federal grant?
U.S. Senate Race Kicks Off In San Diego
- Jan. 15, 2010
- By Megan Burke, Hank Crook, Gloria Penner
A high-profile U.S. Senate race began in San Diego this week. Democratic Senator Barbara Boxer and Republican challenger Carly Fiorina both held campaign events in town. What's at stake in this Senate contest? And, why did the candidates visit San Diego early on in the race?
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