VOICED : In North Dakota hints of US oil industry comeback

VOICED : In North Dakota hints of US oil industry comeback

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10th Grade - University

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The video discusses the challenges faced by workers in Williston due to an economic slowdown, which has reduced job opportunities by 40%. It highlights the struggles of less qualified job seekers like Heather, a single mother. The video also touches on the minimal impact of presidential elections on the oil industry, emphasizing that changes are inevitable regardless of the president. The focus then shifts to the shale oil industry, where workers hope for a rise in global crude oil prices to make local wells profitable again. Despite the downturn since 2014, industry professionals remain optimistic about a potential revival.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the hope of the fractionator regarding the price of crude oil?

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What factors contribute to the lack of confidence among companies in the oil industry?

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