Industry is now pinning its hopes on Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, who has final veto over the siting of LNG projects in the state.

However, in a testament to his political skills, both LNG backers and opponents believe Schwarzenegger is their silent partner.

Former James Bond star Pierce Brosnan hosted a fundraiser in October for Coastal Advocates, which is campaigning against both the Cabrillo Port and Clearwater Port projects proposed off Malibu and Ventura

counties.

Brosnan