No real difference
Personally, I am pleased that the Senate passed legislation that will enable it to have possible input into the Iranian bomb negotiation result. I think this the way our government should operate. Now, if only someone would explain just why the world seems so concerned about the situation. Seems to me that a lot of money and political assets are going down the drain unnecessarily.
I don’t like the Iranian government, but I do have a regard for the Iranians themselves, such that I don’t feel they are pursuing a bomb to use it. I think it is much more an “ego” matter — just as I would expect my America to build one (if we did not have one). Status, pride, call it what you will, I think Iran wants to be “one of the boys.” After all, when they see such outstanding states as Pakistan and North Korea with them, they are not hard to understand.
After all it is not possession, it is use that is the key. I simply don’t think that nations are so stupid (well, maybe the ones mentioned) to use one, the potential cost is too great.
To me it makes far more sense to have a world agreement that “the second bomb” would remove the originating nation’s existence. I know as number of people feel that the Iranians would like to do away with Israel, but to me it isn’t likely simply because they value Tehran and their other cities more than they hate Tel Aviv. And the religious and political cost of harming Jerusalem is beyond consideration. After those, where else?
I really don’t think there will be a solution to the clash between Sunnis and Shiites, but they will have to learn to “get along” with some degree of tolerance. And both groups with the Israelis. Somehow I don’t think who has an atom bomb is going to make much difference.
Guff Worth, Lakeport
Urging fire safety
It only takes a spark. As California continues to weather one of the most severe droughts on record, the risk of wildfire is a very real and present danger. CAL FIRE has already responded to more than 1,000 wildfires scorching more than 4,100 acres this year, which they say is well above average.
That’s why PG&E is joining with CAL FIRE to urge our employees, customers and the general public to help prevent and prepare for wildfires.
PG&E is providing nearly $2 million in funding to local Fire Safe Councils this fire season to help create fire breaks and emergency access roads, reduce fire fuels, and help residents create defensible space around their homes. Here in Lake County, we are providing $20,000 to Lake County Fire Safe Council.
CAL FIRE says more than 90 percent of wildfires are caused by people. We can all do our part by learning how to properly use outdoor equipment, burn debris, safely start and extinguish a campfire, and maintain and tow vehicles safety. You can learn more by clicking here at “One Less Spark, One Less Wildfire.”
At PG&E, we’re honored to team with firefighters and local communities to prevent and prepare for dangerous wildfires, and together help build a better California.
Carl Schoenhofer, Pacific Gas and Electric Company
