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    Which Way, L.A.?

    Should States Declare Bankruptcy?

    The federal deficit is disturbing, but Washington can print money. The states have to balance their budgets, and the total of shortfalls around the country is at $82 billion. Nobody wants to raise taxes, and even massive cuts aren't likely to make up the differences. As we've just heard, bankruptcy has been suggested.

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

    The federal deficit is disturbing, but Washington can print money. The states have to balance their budgets, and the total of shortfalls around the country is at $82 billion. Nobody wants to raise taxes, and even massive cuts aren't likely to make up the differences. As we've just heard, bankruptcy has been suggested.

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    19th Century Remains Remind LA of Its History
    1. 0:0019th Century Remains Remind LA of Its History
    2. 18:54Lockyer Blasts Bankruptcy Idea for States
    3. 25:03Should States Declare Bankruptcy?You’re reading this
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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Frances Anderton

      architecture critic and author

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      Katie Cooper

      Producer, 'One year Later'

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      Matthew Murray

      Professor of Economics, University of Tennessee

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      Bruce Cain

      University of California Washington Center

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      Ray Long

      Illinois Statehouse Reporter, Chicago Tribune

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    The full episode

    3 of 3
    19th Century Remains Remind LA of Its History
    1. 0:0019th Century Remains Remind LA of Its History
    2. 18:54Lockyer Blasts Bankruptcy Idea for States
    3. 25:03Should States Declare Bankruptcy?You’re reading this
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