Citizen Smith

On today's show, the Citizen talks about the full House to vote on whether or not to legalize cannabis; Oregon's antiquated unemployment computer system is in dire need of upgrade; it's time for Covid Stimulus bill to be passed; and an enlightening conversation with ex-pat and friend living in China on top stories of the week in the Middle Kingdom. 

Britain has approved the Pfizer Covid vaccine; the president-elect breaks foot. All that and more topics of the day, and an interview with a friend in Kenya to talk about life during the pandemic as a single mom in Nairobi.

Embracing the hermit life, it's not so bad, in fact, it's good. One city is ready to get kids back into school. A visionary businessman died all too young, but left an indelible mark in the world. Restaurants fight back to keep their doors open.

Oregon's governor extends restrictions to battle Covid spread in some counties, loosens them in others. President Trump opens once-protected wilderness areas throughout the country to develop natural resources.

The American Music Awards meant a lot personally this year. Oregon may be facing more restrictions. And how did the Thanksgiving holiday begin? Find out today on Citizen Smith.

The removal of 4 dams on the Klamath River in California and Oregon is about to become a reality after 20 years of effort. Chrysten Lambert, the Oregon Director for Trout Unlimited, discusses this historic project. Also, virtual learning is setting young learners back months in math and reading skills, and President-elect Joseph Biden chooses his Secretary of State.

A candid conversation with the Citizen's good friend and ex-pat living and teaching in China for the past 8 years. Also, it's time for Oregon and other states to implement emergency loans to sustain businesses like restaurants, and congress should extend emergency funding for the unemployed. Norway and Finland know how to control the coronavirus -- it's time for the U.S. to follow their lead. 

An interview with Chris Thornton, President of MMMco, which owns 9 restaurants in Portland, Oregon, and discussion on the latest shutdown of restaurants. Amazon has begun selling medications online. What impact will that have on pharmacies like Wallgreens and CVS?

President-elect Joe Biden jump starts his coronavirus team and names a Covid leader. This month marks two major historical events in America. Citizen Smith talks about all this and more.

Covid-19 is surging across America but hope is on the horizon with a vaccine. Organic farming in Oregon is thriving -- even in a pandemic. The Citizen interviews one such farmer about heritage turkey's, pasture-raised lamb and other deliciously healthy items at Kookoolan Farms.