Michael Schellenberger

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Michael Shellenberger
@shellenberger
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Nothing could have been done to stop the catastrophic L.A. fires that killed 24, incinerated 12k homes, and cost $250B, say the media. Nonsense, says an LA firefighter. The failure by Newsom & Bass to mobilize firefighters before the fires began led to an avoidable catastrophe.
1/15/2025, 5:54:41 AM
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Michael Shellenberger
@shellenberger
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@GavinNewsom “Knowing the mayor’s office couldn’t adequately manage the situation, Newsom should have immediately traveled to LA to backstop the mayor’s office”

January 2: National Weather Service warns of "extreme fire weather conditions"

January 9: Newsom finally calls out National Guard
Gavin Newsom
@GavinNewsom
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Conditioning aid is simply un-American.

The statement and images engage in public discourse by addressing the response to catastrophic fires in Los Angeles, critiquing leadership decisions by Governor Newsom and Mayor Bass. The tone is critical, suggesting a failure in leadership and timely action.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement aims to hold public officials accountable, which can be seen as striving to do no harm by advocating for better crisis management. [+1]
  2. Principle 4:
    I will engage in constructive criticism and dialogue with those in disagreement and will not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments.
    The critique is directed at public figures and focuses on their professional actions, avoiding personal attacks. [+1]
  3. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses its platform to highlight perceived leadership failures, aiming to influence public opinion and policy for better crisis response. [+1]