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Balancing Rebuilding and Environmental Concerns
This chapter explores Governor Gavin Newsom's decision to suspend environmental restrictions to accelerate rebuilding in fire-affected areas of Los Angeles. The discussion critiques the bureaucratic hurdles in construction and the urgent housing crisis, highlighting the political dynamics influencing these decisions. It also raises questions about the implications of these actions for future disaster recovery and governance, particularly in light of looming elections and accountability.