To the editor: The Occasions has written a number of columns about folks leaving California. Individuals could depart for a lot of causes, however they need to recognize that they in a position to depart California. There are 50 states in the USA. (“We think about these truths to be self-evident – The Golden State remains to be golden. And sure, we’re Individuals,” column, February 18)
Individuals can transfer as a lot as they need and so they have to maneuver the place they need. However they have to notice that that is solely attainable as a result of we’re a united nation and never a bunch of unbiased states.
When crossing between California and Nevada, there are not any border guards conducting passport management. So think about this once you disparage California. You aren’t stopped from leaving, so go and luxuriate in your journey.
We’d be a significantly better nation if all of us appreciated our range. So reside in no matter state you need, however do not forget that that is solely attainable as a result of we’re the USA.
Linda Shabsin, Diamond Bar
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To the editor: Like different knee-jerk progressives, columnists Mark Barabak and Anita Chabria attempt to persuade readers to consider their evaluation of California at this time and to disclaim what their very own mendacity eyes divulge to them.
Kip Dellinger, Santa Monica
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To the editor: What number of instances can we open the paper and see one more article in regards to the dying of California?
We’re not so insecure that we have to examine one more ballot measuring what outsiders consider our state. And also you’d assume after all of the letters to the editor in Saturday’s paper dissing the haters that we might lastly put an finish to the California love-it-or-hate-it saga.
However no. Sunday’s California part began with a dialog between two journalists who instructed us why they love California.
Cease. I do not care what different folks assume. All I do know is that I like California, and after 48 years, I am right here to remain.
Coleen Sterritt, Altadena
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To the editor: I learn with curiosity the letters in regards to the causes Californians take pleasure in our lovely state, resembling with the ability to play golf in February.
In the identical day’s paper, there have been tales about lax gun legal guidelines in Missouri, the place a mass taking pictures occurred throughout the Kansas Metropolis Chiefs’ Tremendous Bowl parade, and states rejecting federal meals assist.
I like residing in California as a result of we do not have a heartless governor who chooses to disclaim meals to hungry kids for political causes earlier than reversing course after an outcry (Nebraska), nor can we move harmful legal guidelines permitting adults youthful than 21 to hold hid loaded weapon (Kansas).
In fact the climate is nice, however I additionally recognize our insurance policies and priorities.
Kendall Wolf, Encino
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To the editor: I discovered that most of the pro-California letters have been written by folks whose lives have been working very nicely for them. The implication is libertarian: Everybody can succeed with their very own particular person diligence and persistence.
These folks remind me of Christians who assume they’ve cash, personal a BMW and reside in Irvine as a result of they consider in Jesus.
Rick Felsher, Santa Ana