paulthornton.bsky.social
Co-founder, Golden State, California's home for fearless, informed, nonprofit opinion journalism. Ex-L.A. Times. I like trails and horror films. https://golden-state.org @goldenstateorg.bsky.social
👤 Joined on 24 May 2024
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@paulthornton.bsky.socialWent to Kings Canyon National Park to see some big trees…
Show PostBillionaires and hedge funds may be eagerly killing editorial boards at legacy outlets, but it’s great to see Golden State step into the void.
Show PostGov. Gavin Newsom signed AB 2222 to provide money to help journalism. That’s great and much appreciated. Some of those journalists will write critical pieces about Newsom’s policies. That’s how journalism works. Much as he gets annoyed by some coverage, he understands that. I wish all pols did.
Show PostI didn’t always agree with the Bee’s opinion journalists’ takes but that’s not the point. Their opinion pieces and endorsements were informed, reported and honest, and they were a vital part of the civic discourse. The layoffs will weaken democracy in Sacramento and California.
Show PostColleagues of mine came out with a guide for identifying and managing old growth pinyon juniper woodlands. Check it out! There is no paywall either. greatbasinfirescience.org/2-guide-for-...
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