Newsom, Empty Reservoirs, and the Smart City Agenda: A Recipe for Disaster? šØ
- David Packer
- Jan 15
- 3 min read
David Packer
Founder & CEO at Water Assisted Energy Inc | President at Hydrobike Inc | Hydrogen Innovation Advocate šš
January 15, 2025
By David Packer šØ
When Governor Newsom brushed off the reality of Californiaās empty reservoirs, calling it ādangerousā to suggest they arenāt full, he didnāt just insult our intelligence ā he signaled an alarming level of detachment from the crises unfolding under his leadership.
Letās get this straight:Ā The reservoir near the Palisades fire was indeed shut down and empty. This is fact, verified by X Community Notes.Ā Yet, Newsom insists otherwise. Why? Perhaps because acknowledging the truth would pull back the curtain on deeper issues, ones that reveal a disturbing pattern of negligence and, dare we say, agenda-driven governance.
The Pattern of Neglect š
California is no stranger to natural disasters, but whatās unnatural is the stateās consistent failure to manage its resources. From mismanaged water systems to wildfires exacerbated by outdated infrastructure and questionable priorities, this isnāt just bad governance ā itās a systematic dismantling of resilience.
Case in Point:Ā The Palisades fire. With reservoirs empty, communities were left vulnerable, firefighters under-equipped, and citizens in peril. The excuse? Silence or deflection from leadership. The reality? Lives and livelihoods at risk for the sake of agendas that prioritize flashy initiatives like Smart Cities over basic necessities.
Smart Cities: Progress or Control? š«š
Letās talk about Smart Cities. On paper, they promise sustainability, innovation, and a futuristic utopia. But letās be real: who benefits? Not the average citizen struggling to pay rising utility bills or rebuild after a wildfire. Instead, these initiatives often serve as vehicles for:
Centralized Control:Ā Digital infrastructure capable of tracking every move, monitoring energy use, and even geofencing movement. Convenience for some, control for others.
Elite Interests:Ā Land grabs disguised as āclimate resilienceā efforts pave the way for redevelopment that displaces communities and erodes property rights.
Profit Motives:Ā Major corporations and private entities cash in on lucrative contracts while taxpayers foot the bill.
Whoās Pulling the Strings? š®
Itās hard not to wonder: who stands to gain from this? Look closely, and youāll find a pattern of global elites and corporate interests championing these agendas. From tech giants lobbying for digital infrastructure to financial institutions backing carbon credit schemes, the dots connect to a broader strategy of consolidating power.
Sarcasm Alert: "Trust Us, We Know Better!" š¤Æ
Of course, weāre supposed to believe that shutting down reservoirs and ignoring facts is justĀ good governance, right? After all, who needs water when weāll have āsmartā streetlights and AI-controlled neighborhoods? And forget the firefighters struggling to save homes; letās focus on tracking your thermostat instead. Bravo, leadership. Bravo.
Time for Accountability šļø
Californiaās citizens deserve better. They deserve leaders who prioritize safety over slogans, truth over spin, and people over profit. Newsomās dismissive statements and the systemic failures they represent are a wake-up call. Itās time to demand transparency, question motives, and reject the narrative that this is the best we can do.
For those still defending this leadership, consider this: if the current trajectory continues, what happens when the next disaster strikes? How many more lives and communities will be sacrificed at the altar of āprogressā?
The Bottom Line:Ā This isnāt just about empty reservoirs. Itās about a pattern of negligence, a failure to address real needs, and a concerning alignment with agendas that seem designed to strip citizens of autonomy under the guise of innovation. Letās connect the dots and hold leaders accountable ā before itās too late.
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