Extension Prolongs News Today

>> what you get for twlav unemployment is just enough to have a place to live and eat and gas. so its really bad. you just have to be positive about it. >> reporter: now ending the extensions have been a hot button issue especially in states like california still suffering from highest unemployment rates in the country. extension prolongs joblessness opponents say and hasnt helped unemployment figures. those in favor of it, say its necessary for local economy as well. >> the benefits are about $...