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May 18

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Debate Over Rising Gas Prices Heats Up in Congress

Two bills focused on oil company tax breaks, deep-sea drilling and reducing rising gas prices have reignited energy policy debates on Capitol Hill. Congressional correspondent Kwame Holman reports on the political fight over prices at the pump.

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May 13

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Tracking Inflation: How Fast Are Prices Rising?

As part of his continuing coverage of Making Sense of financial news, Paul Solman reports on the growing rate of inflation and how Americans are dealing with the extra costs. According to the government's latest figures, prices made the biggest…

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Apr 13

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Unrest in Middle East, U.S. Demand Drive Gas Toward $4 Average

As gas prices creep above $4 per gallon in parts of the U.S., a new poll shows two-thirds of Americans say they will cut down on expenses to cope with rising fuel costs. Ray Suarez discusses the effects of higher…

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Aug 26

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Clinton Supporters Discuss Their Role at Convention

Democrats of all stripes have converged on Denver for this week's Democratic convention -- many of whom were Hillary Clinton supporters. Leading up to Clinton's convention speech Tuesday, delegates reflect on the former presidential candidate and rival of Barack Obama.

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Aug 04

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Transcript: Obama’s ‘New Energy for America’ Speech

Following is a transcript of Democratic presidential hopeful Sen. Barack Obama's Monday energy policy speech, as prepared for delivery in Lansing, Mich., and distributed by his campaign.

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Jul 31

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Why do some people refer to the current price of oil as a “bubble”?

Question/Comment: Why do some people refer to the current price of oil as a "bubble" Paul Solman: Because the nature of bubbles is that they inflate, but inevitably pop. Those who refer to the "oil bubble" expect the price to…

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Jul 15

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Small Cars Make a Comeback Amid High Gas Prices

Soaring gas prices have led many U.S. drivers to forgo large vehicles like SUVS for smaller cars. Essayist Anne Taylor Fleming examines the shift in consumer preference.

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Jun 20

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Denver Battles Fuel Prices with New Mass Transit Plan

In response to soaring fuel costs, Denver city planners are taking steps toward expanding the city's public transportation system.

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Jun 18

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President Urges Congress to Lift Offshore Oil Drilling Ban

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Amid soaring gas prices and increased debate over energy policy, President Bush urged Congress Wednesday to end a 27-year ban on offshore drilling in U.S. coastal waters before its Fourth of July recess.

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Jun 09

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President Bush Visits Europe with Afghanistan, Iran on Agenda

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President Bush departed for Europe Monday to ask leaders for more help in Afghanistan and more pressure on Iran. His first stop was in Slovenia for the last U.S.-European Union summit of his presidency.

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