Who Will Rescue California from Its Sad Fiscal Shape?

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The President's stimulus bill will give California a boost, but not enough to make up for the massive shortfall. Californians like the package, but they're fed up with Sacramento.  Are voters ready for service cuts and higher taxes? We hear from Gray Davis, who was recalled from office when voters got angry. We also learn about possible criminal charges against Cardinal Roger Mahony.

Scientists now say climate change can't be reversed for 1000 years, even if greenhouse gases are cut to pre-industrial levels. What does that mean for green technology? Are growing economies and populations sustainable? Also, California will get help from President Obama's stimulus program, but not enough to postpone spending cuts and increases in taxes. Are voters ready?  We talk with former Governor Gray Davis who knows what angry voters can do.

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Credits

Host:

Warren Olney

Producers:

Frances Anderton, Christian Bordal