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The Brian Lehrer Show | Mar 31, 2010

As the post-bailout economy takes hold, everyday spending choices are being questioned, but so are the fundamental precepts of American-style capitalism. Plus, the ins and outs of Obama and McCain's Social Security plans. This Friday's Wiki-produced 30 Issues in 30 Days segment is on Oil and Alternative Energy.
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