Topic: Oil Platforms

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Do You Think Believe Feel?
Episode 45 37:13 - 40:12

45: Do You Think Believe Feel?

Financial Meltdown, Hurricane Gustav, and Gas Prices

Speculation regarding a financial collapse continues as the government considers bailouts for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Fox News coverage of Hurricane Gustav is criticized for fear-mongering about five-dollar gas prices while interviewing oil platform workers. The hosts note that Sarah Palin's Alaska background ties into national debates over domestic oil drilling.