While some of the fires that devastated parts of Los Angeles County were still burning, it became clear that California's political leadership would be slashing all red tape and mega-bureaucracy in order to help residents quickly rebuild.

Wait, no, that's <em>not</em> what happened. Gov. Gavin Newsom said the rebuilding would take place <a href="https://twitchy.com/brettt/2025/02/08/gavin-newsom-says-californians-need-to-rebuild-with-science-and-climate-change-in-mind-n2408042" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">with science and climate change in mind</a>, and you know what that means:

People like Newsom continue to blame the fires on climate change rather than explore how their own incompetence and idiotic regulations might have contributed to making the fires even worse.&nbsp;

However, L.A. Mayor Karen Bass perfectly encapsulated what the progressive definition of "streamlining government" is when she explained to residents how local officials have made it easier for them to rebuild:

That's like something straight out of a M*A*S*H episode.&nbsp;

What are the odds you're going to get no lengthy, expensive hassles from 12 different state government agencies?

 {ai:summary}<p>California's leadership is prioritizing climate considerations over rapid rebuilding efforts in the wake of devastating fires. Governor Gavin Newsom stated that property owners cannot rebuild as before, emphasizing the need for climate-conscious construction.</p><p>L.A. Mayor Karen Bass highlighted the bureaucratic challenges residents face, noting that rebuilding now requires navigating 12 different city agencies for permits. Critics argue this reflects excessive bureaucracy rather than a streamlined process. #politics</p>

L.A. Mayor Karen Bass Lets Residents Know How She's Simplified the Rebuilding Process

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