Category Archives: Politics

The California State Legislature Burned Us

Posted on September 12, 2018 by

The consequences of the last California legislative session were astounding. From all the rhetoric, one would think our legislators would have implemented policy to help us adapt to wildfire and make us safe again. Unfortunately, with the exception of one … Continue reading →

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Where is the Outrage? Thousands of Families are Devastated by Fire, Authorities Ignore Their Cries

Posted on May 26, 2018 by

The drum beat about dead trees in forests many miles away from communities most at risk from wildfire in California has become so loud that it has drowned out the screams of the families who have lost so much. Why? … Continue reading →

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The Wrong Focus of Fire Policy – Letter to California Governor Brown

Posted on May 16, 2018 by

We’ve sent an important letter today (with 12 recommendations) to Governor Brown regarding his recent Executive Order on fire. The basic problem is that the order focuses on forests, many miles away from where wildfires threaten us most. It makes … Continue reading →

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