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The California Power Crisis
California's Power Play - California PBS stations present an in-depth report on the roots of the energy crisis.
An examination of the controversies surrounding power plant construction in California. (6/5/01)
Governor Gray Davis explores possible solutions to his state's energy crisis. (1/25/01)
California's Public Utilities Commission votes to raise electricity rates while millions of residents face severe shortages. (1/4/01)
NewsHour Extra
Power to the People: A report on the California energy crisis for students. (2/7/01)

Deregulating Power Markets
Two economists discuss the California power crisis in the context of energy market deregulation. (6/20/01)
A background report, FERC Chairman Curt Hebert talks about setting price limits on wholesale electricity. (6/18/01)
Energy experts weigh the pros and cons of price caps as President Bush rejects California's plea for increased federal regulation of skyrocketing energy prices. (5/30/01)
Could other states face a power crisis similar to California? (1/25/01)

The Bush administration's energy plan
Full coverage of the proposal and debate. (5/17/01)
Vice President Dick Cheney talks to Jim Lehrer about the state of energy consumption and conservation. (5/17/01)

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