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    Which Way, L.A.?

    The Oil Spill and the Oil Economy

    After a meeting with Congressional leaders today, President Obama said the first order of business was the Gulf oil spill. Given the oil industry's power and importance, what are the chances that new laws and regulations will be approved and implemented?

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

    After a meeting with Congressional leaders today, President Obama said the first order of business was the Gulf oil spill. Given the oil industry's power and importance, what are the chances that new laws and regulations will be approved and implemented?

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    Another NCAA Crackdown on USC
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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Katie Cooper

      Producer, 'One year Later'

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      Andrea Brody

      Senior Producer, KCRW's Life Examined and To the Point podcast

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      Ben Raines

      Environmental Reporter, Mobile Press-Register

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      Edward Overton

      Professor of Environmental Sciences, Louisiana State University

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      Kenneth Beer

      Chief Financial Officer, Stone Energy Corporation

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    3 of 3
    Another NCAA Crackdown on USC
    1. 0:00USC Slapped with Sanctions over Gifts to Players
    2. 18:59It's Kamala vs. Cooley for California Attorney General
    3. 25:34The Oil Spill and the Oil EconomyYou’re reading this
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