And remembering bell hooks. Disclaimer: This is a short and chaotic piece because I just had some things to get off my chest but longer research pieces are coming back next month.

Every sunset in California is beautiful. My job has let me see sunsets in almost every part of the state – from the pinks and purples of southern California to the warm oranges of Central Valley to the blues and grays that dominate the Lost Coast. I understand how those who are new to California see this land and its sunsets and fall in love. And alongside every person who wishes to love California as she is, there are those who wish to conquer and reshape her to their will.