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Investigative journalist James Ridgeway discusses the book, "The Last Play: The Struggle to Monopolize the World's Energy Resources"

BROADCAST: 1970 | DURATION: 00:57:02

Synopsis

Mr. Ridgeway and Studs talk about the energy crisis and the systematic pillaging of the land of the United States by the companies involved in harvesting natural resources. Includes: Two excerpts presented of Joe Begley of Blackey, KY talking about the state of things in Appalachia as gas companies and strip mine operators come in to destroy the land.