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Which Way, L.A.?

Are the Out-of-Work about to Be Out of Benefits?

As the Great Recession rolls on, unemployment benefits have already been extended more than ever before. But the jobless picture has not improved, and the extensions have run out.

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By Warren Olney • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

As the Great Recession rolls on, unemployment benefits have already been extended more than ever before. But the jobless picture has not improved, and the extensions have run out. Weeks ago, the Congress approved another three-month extension, but only two Republicans in the Senate will go along. With a vote expected tomorrow, President Obama made the case today.

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    Warren Olney

    former KCRW broadcaster

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    Katie Cooper

    Producer, 'One year Later'

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    Darrell Satzman

    Producer

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    Michael Fletcher

    Washington Post

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    Derek Thompson

    Staff writer, The Atlantic

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