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Pensions: Employee's rights vs. Taxpayers

Season 3 Episode 16

Most government workers in S. California have pension funds--but when the funds run out, taxpayers pay the difference. Critics say this bankrupt's cities and the system must change. But supporters say it isn't fair to lower a pension that was promised. David Nazar talks to a watchdog calling for big changes.

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