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    Which Way, L.A.?

    Criticism Grows over Cost of Lakers' Parade

    To celebrate the latest champions of the NBA, the City of Los Angeles has agreed to split the cost of Wednesday's parade with the Lakers. The president of the LA Police Protective League has complained about spending a million taxpayer dollars at a time when city workers face layoffs and furloughs.

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

    To celebrate the latest champions of the NBA, the City of Los Angeles has agreed to split the cost of Wednesday's parade with the Lakers. The president of the LA Police Protective League has complained about spending a million taxpayer dollars at a time when city workers face layoffs and furloughs. Councilwoman Jan Perry represents the 9th District, which is home to the Staples Center.

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