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Which Way, L.A.?

PG&E Goes All In for Proposition 16

The state's largest private utility, Pacific Gas and Electric , has spent more than $46 million on Proposition 16. Opponents call it an effort to stamp out public power. PG&E says it's about fair elections.  Prop 16 would require a 2/3 vote of the people whenever a city or county wants to start or expand a publicly run utility.

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

The state's largest private utility, Pacific Gas and Electric, has spent more than $46 million on Proposition 16. Opponents call it an effort to stamp out public power. PG&E says it's about fair elections. Prop 16 would require a 2/3 vote of the people whenever a city or county wants to start or expand a publicly run utility. We hear from both sides.

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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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    Robin Swanson

    Spokesperson, Yes on Proposition 16

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    John Geesman

    Opponent of Proposition 16

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