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Greg Yee’s L.A.: A Sent Postcard from Home
In the days after his unexpected death, it was impossible for us to look around L.A. without seeing Greg.
To many readers of the Los Angeles Times, Greg Yee was a talented reporter, someone who put rare determination into everything he wrote.
A native of Los Angeles, he had worked at publications in New Mexico, Long Beach and Charleston, S.C., before returning to L.A. at The Times.
As anyone familiar with Greg’s writing would tell you, he wrote with flourish while always keeping the integrity of a piece. He saw narratives everywhere he went and used this talent to shine as a reporter and storyteller.
The Greg we knew was much less serious.
We knew a younger, less-experienced but no-less-polished Greg, working with him at our college’s newspaper, UC Irvine’s New University, in 2012. He was editor in chief, and we were editors under his wing. While he was technically our boss in the newsroom, outside it, he was one of our best friends, a companion on many ill-considered misadventures and someone we thought we’d be reminiscing with for many years to come.
He was a goofball, occasionally pretentious, but always kind and dependable. He was the type of person you could count on, so stalwart and reliable.
When we found out he was gone, there was a moment of complete disbelief: “You’re talking about a different Greg, right? Greg, Greg?” He seemed like he’d always be around — until he wasn’t.
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Facing Criticism for Shooting Dog, South Dakota Governor Noem Discusses ‘Difficult Choices’
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem found herself in hot water recently after admitting to shooting her “untrainable” hunting dog. The controversial incident sparked public outrage, but it did not stop her from attending a gathering of California Republicans, where she received a warm reception on Saturday.
Noem, known for her stance on gun rights and conservative leadership, addressed more than 200 people at the California Republican Party convention in Burlingame. She emphasized the importance of patriotism and preserving American values amidst challenging times.
Although she did not directly reference the dog-shooting incident in her speech, she alluded to the controversy surrounding her decision to euthanize her dog named Cricket due to its poor hunting skills and an unfortunate incident involving farm chickens.
Attendees at the luncheon received a copy of Noem’s book, “No Going Back: The Truth on What’s Wrong With Politics and How We Move America Forward,” which she promoted during her remarks. Despite the backlash, she remained firm in her convictions.
Noem’s focus shifted to her leadership in South Dakota, particularly her handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and her decision to deploy the state’s National Guard to the U.S.-Mexico border. She raised concerns about drug cartels exploiting Native American tribal lands in her state and criticized the federal government for its inaction.
Despite the controversy surrounding her, Noem commended former President Trump for his authenticity and unwavering commitment to his beliefs. She highlighted Trump’s unconventional approach to politics as a sign of his genuine character.
State Republican Party delegate Anna Bryson expressed admiration for Noem’s financial policies and tax reduction efforts. She acknowledged the dog-shooting incident but credited Noem for her commitment to sound fiscal management.
The convention, attended by over 800 delegates and guests, marked a significant gathering for California Republicans. Despite past protests during Trump’s appearance in Burlingame in 2016, the event with Noem proceeded smoothly with no major disruptions.
Noem’s resilience amidst adversity and her unwavering commitment to her principles garnered both admiration and scrutiny at the California Republican Party convention.
Times staff writer Anabel Sosa contributed to this report.
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