Pump prices soar nationwide

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Gasoline prices are climbing rapidly, and with no end in sight, the debate over fuel costs has turned from a water cooler gripe into a national campaign issue.

Gas prices have never been higher at this time of year, as the cost of a gallon climbed 4 cents to $3.65 in the Washington area last week. Nationally, prices jumped 25 cents in the new year to $3.53, and experts say the trend shows no sign of stopping.

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