KCTS 9 Connects: February 20, 2009
Economic Stimulus Package
President Obama has signed the $787 billion stimulus package, sending approximately $2 billion in aid to Washington state.
We talk with Washington’s new “Stimulus Czar,” Dick Thompson, about how the money will be spent, who will benefit and who’s already lining up to get a piece of the stimulus pie.
Olympic Security
One year and counting until the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver BC. Even as the city gears up, protesters are preparing for the games too, claiming the city is ignoring issues such as poverty, homelessness and the environment at the expense of the Olympics.
We take a closer look at the looming showdown between police and protesters—and why some worry it could turn into a repeat of the WTO riots in Seattle.
Take Part in Art
From the Seattle Symphony and the Pacific Northwest Ballet, to before-Broadway openings of major musicals and a diverse collection of museums, galleries, theatres and opera—Western Washington has a vibrant arts scene.
But the economic downturn is starting to take its toll. We speak with ArtsFund President Jim Tune about how the financial crisis is impacting the arts community, and about the upcoming Take Part in Art program.
State Budget Deficit
Olympia is trying to deal with our projected deficit of $8 billion and counting. Northwest Public Radio correspondent Austin Jenkins joins us from Olympia to give us the latest.
Housing Help
This week, the Obama administration announced a $275 billion plan to help millions of homeowners across the country refinance their mortgages or avoid foreclosure. Andrea Misiano from Consumer Counseling Northwest joins us to tell us how it will work.
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