KCTS 9 Connects: February 6, 2009
Dave Reichert Against The Economic Stimulus
As Congress debates the $920 billion Recovery and Reinvestment Act, we look at what's in the plan to benefit Washington state. And Enrique Cerna talks with Congressman Dave Reichert. Why he voted against the plan, and what he hopes will come out in the final version.
Online Extra: Congressman Dave Reichert – In this extended interview, we ask Congressman Dave Reichert about salary caps for executives who receive bailout funds; Mr. Reichert’s new position on the House Ways & Means Committee; and what it’s like for him to suddenly be in the minority party in Congress.
Digital Transition Delay
Congress has voted to delay the digital television transition. What does that mean for you? Find out how much longer you have to make the digital leap, what equipment you might need, and how you can get more help.
Trouble at the Seattle Times
Recently, the Seattle Times asked employees to take a 12 percent pay cut. Enrique Cerna interviews Seattle Times publisher and CEO Frank Blethen. Is the Times in financial trouble? What is the paper doing to survive the economic crisis? And why Mr. Blethen thinks this is an opportunity for newspapers across the country.
Roundtable: News of the Week
Enrique Cerna is joined by Democratic strategist Cathy Allen, Republican strategist Randy Pepple, and Seattle Times columnist Joni Balter to discuss the week's news and events; including Ron Sims nomination to the Department of Housing and Urban Development, a new chief of elections for King County, and the demise of the Seattle PI's famous Jefferson Awards.
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