National Land Swaps

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In the past year, President Clinton has been behind some high profile land deals. While they’re not Arkansas real estate developments, these land deals have nevertheless been controversial. Jyl Hoyt of member station WSBX in Boise, Idaho explains how these national land swaps work, whom they benefit, and why some people vigorously oppose them.

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