Citing record energy costs, Kern and Fresno County Supervisors unanimously urge Governor Newsom to curb dependence on foreign oil by producing more in-state.
The governor’s announcement alarmed elected officials and business groups concerned about job losses, foreign oil dependence and higher costs for families.
Despite promises to help, Sacramento has done the opposite – first by killing good jobs with bad policy, and now by directing COVID-19 vaccine doses to other regions.
Longtime community members explain why the Central Valley is fighting back against Sacramento’s efforts to restrict local production as more than 90 local leaders and organizations call on Gov. Newsom to protect workers and the region’s way of life.
Dozens of Central Valley leaders rejected the radical call for a statewide energy shutdown, highlighting the potential impacts on jobs, local communities, and funding for vital services.