Western Reader
The mystery surrounding the massive land acquisition in Northern California has finally been revealed. Flannery Associates, supported by a group of Silicon Valley’s wealthiest investors, is behind this enormous purchase.
This revelation has sparked speculation and debate about the intentions and implications of the project.
The group, which includes tech billionaires like Jan Sramek, a retired Goldman Sachs trader, Michael Moritz, Steve Jobs’ widow, and the founders of Linkedin and Stripe, quietly obtained 55,000 acres of land over the past five years.
Their vision? To build a utopian city with acres of parks, orchards boasting over a million trees, a reliable public transportation system, and thousands of new homes, all powered by their own solar farm.
Oh hey… not only was an illegal Chinese biolab found in California… turns out it was also subsidized by Gavin Newsom.
Because of course it was.
— Tim Young (@TimRunsHisMouth) August 19, 2023
However, this idyllic vision of paradise raises important questions. The group’s complete ownership of the land and potential control over real estate prices could create an exclusive enclave inaccessible to the less affluent.
While they may provide housing for their staff on the outskirts, it is clear that this city is being designed for the elite, potentially widening the wealth gap.
Moreover, realizing this utopia comes with challenges. Merely owning the land is the first step, as pointed out by the San Francisco Chronicle. The complexities of California land development politics, permits, and multiple lawsuits present significant hurdles. However, if there’s anyone who can navigate these obstacles, it’s this group of billionaires.
Interestingly, an mischievous idea has been suggested. What if, upon completion of the first building, Texas Governor Greg Abbott were to send busloads of illegal migrants demanding shelter?
After all, if there’s anyone who can afford to shoulder this burden, it’s this group of billionaires. However, if their reaction is similar to the residents of Martha’s Vineyard, the migrants would likely be swiftly relocated.
Illegal Chinese Bio lab found in California https://t.co/J7TFrKs7A8 pic.twitter.com/Llm0kfp4RV
— Rob Coates 🇺🇸 (@LuckyHippie926) August 20, 2023
This project has also garnered attention due to its location. Flannery Associates purchased land that surrounds Travis Air Force Base in Fairfield, a city that houses the Anheuser-Busch Co brewery and the Jelly Belly jelly bean factory. They have become the largest landowner in Solano County, which is about 60 miles northeast of San Francisco.
In conclusion, while the idea of a clean-energy-powered utopia is appealing, it is crucial to examine the potential social and economic implications of such a project.
Will this city become a haven for the wealthy, further widening the wealth gap? Or will it lead the way in sustainable urban living?
This article appeared in Our Patriot and has been published here with permission.
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