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    Which Way, L.A.?

    GOP Upset in Massachusetts; Rain, Political Storms in California

    If it happened in Massachusetts, can it happen here? The late Ted Kennedy’s seat has gone Republican. Is Democratic Senator Barbara Boxer in trouble? What about Attorney General Jerry Brown, who wants to be governor all over again?  We look at the sea-change in politics and check the weather.

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    By Warren Olney • Jan 21, 2010 • 53m Listen

    After Scott Brown's victory in Massachusetts, Senate Democrats can't stop Republican filibusters any more. What does that mean for health care reform? What about the rest of the Obama agenda with the President's approval ratings on the decline? What's the message for California, with Barbara Boxer's US Senate seat on the line and an open race for Governor? We hear from some political pros and update the weather.

    Banner image: City workers make final preparations today as the third and largest storm of the week moves in on La Canada Flintridge, California. Photo: David McNew/Getty Images

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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Katie Cooper

      Producer, 'One year Later'

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      Christian Bordal

      Managing Producer, Greater LA

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