Sung Won Sohn

Professor of Finance and Economics, Loyola Marymount University

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Many gas stations in LA are charging over $6 per gallon for regular unleaded gas. AAA says the national average is $4.86. Why are Southern Californians paying so much more?

$100 to fill gas tank in LA: Are oil companies taking advantage?

Many gas stations in LA are charging over $6 per gallon for regular unleaded gas. AAA says the national average is $4.86. Why are Southern Californians paying so much more?

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Barack Obama warned Donald Trump about trouble from North Korea, and his prediction is coming true.

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Barack Obama warned Donald Trump about trouble from North Korea, and his prediction is coming true.

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