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Which Way, L.A.?

State Legislators Debate New Taxes

During the Great Recession, the California legislature cut a lot of popular programs. As the recovery gains momentum, state revenues are increasing even faster than optimists were predicting.

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By Warren Olney • Aug 17, 2015 • 7m Listen

During the Great Recession, the California legislature cut a lot of popular programs. As the recovery gains momentum, state revenues are increasing even faster than optimists were predicting. But, Governor Brown and Democrats in the Assembly and Senate are still looking for new ways to fund public healthcare, subsidize affordable housing and pay for road repairs.

Chris Megerian reports from the Capitol for the LA Times.

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    Warren Olney

    former KCRW broadcaster

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    Chris Megerian

    Los Angeles Times

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