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california
California (/ˌkælᵻˈfɔːrnjə/ KAL-ə-FORN-yə, /ˌkælᵻˈfɔːrniə/ KAL-ə-FAWR-nee-ə) is the most populous state in the United States as well as the third most extensive by area. Los Angeles, in Southern California, is the state's most populous city and the country's second largest after New York City. California also includes the nation's most populous county, Los Angeles County, and the largest county by area, San Bernardino County. Geographically located in the western part of the United States, California is bordered by the other U.S. states of Oregon to the north, Nevada to the east, and Arizona to the southeast. California shares an international border with the Mexican state of Baja California to the south and the Pacific Ocean is on the state's western coastline. The state capital is Sacramento, which is located in the northern part of the state.
What is now California was first settled by various Native American tribes before being explored by a number of European expeditions during the 16th and 17th centuries. It was then claimed by the Spanish Empire as part of Alta California in the larger territory of New Spain. Alta California became a part of Mexico in 1821 following its successful war for independence, but was ceded to the United States in 1848 after the Mexican–American War. The western portion of Alta California was organized as the State of California, which was admitted as the 31st state on September 9, 1850. The California Gold Rush starting in 1848 led to dramatic social and demographic changes, with large-scale immigration from the east and abroad with an accompanying economic boom.
California's diverse geography ranges from the Sierra Nevada in the east to the Pacific Coast in the west, from the redwood–Douglas fir forests of the northwest, to the Mojave Desert areas in the southeast. The center of the state is dominated by the Central Valley, a major agricultural area. California contains both the highest point (Mount Whitney) and the lowest point (Death Valley) in the contiguous United States. Earthquakes are common because of the state's location along the Pacific Ring of Fire. About 37,000 earthquakes are recorded each year, but most are too small to be felt. Drought has also become a notable feature.
California has had an enormous influence on global popular culture due to being the birthplace of the film industry, the hippie counterculture, the Internet, and the personal computer. The state's economy is centered on finance, government, real estate services, technology, and professional, scientific and technical business services; together comprising 58% of the state's economy. Three of the world's largest 20 firms by revenue, Chevron, Apple, and McKesson, are headquartered in the state. Although only 1.5% of the state's economy, California's agriculture industry has the highest output of any U.S. state. If it were a country, California would be the 6th largest economy in the world and the 35th most populous.
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No U.S. utility has ever blacked out so many people on purpose. PG&E says it could knock out power to as much as an eighth of the state’s population for as long as five days when dangerously high winds arise. Communities likely to get shut off worry PG&E will put people in danger...
This man is advocating for the genocide of gun owners. Oh yes, he is also now going to run for President of the USA. After reading articles of his interviews and speeches, I am convinced this tyrant cares more about fulfilling his agenda of a "gun free America" than starting a second civil war...
If someone ever asks you why you need more than 10 rounds, send them these. And if you've never read the story of Susan Gonzalez and her husband, you should. It's scary as hell.
Susan Gonzalez (1997)
Susan Gonzalez - Anti-Gun Mom Turned Survivor by Lyn Bates - We are AWARE
Feng Zhu...
In response to a motion from the California Department of Justice, US District Court Judge Roger Benitez, who issued a permanent injunction against enforcement of California’s “high capacity” magazine ban, has just issued a stay of his own injunction. That means that the window for ordering...
If anyone wants to have a laugh or be shocked look up California armslist handguns. Came across this gem and all i could do was stare at the screen in awe.
ARMSLIST - For Sale: BNIB SIG P365
Huge increases.
Report: California Saw Huge Increase in Gun Ownership Over Last Decade Despite Strict Gun Laws
"The restrictive nature of gun laws and political culture of California, especially in the most populated areas, makes a low estimate realistic, but 8% is well below survey-based...
California has a long title for gun registration. APPS or Armed and Prohibited Persons System.
It’s a good read to gain insight on their movements towards eliminating gun ownership via a system that keeps track of every gun owner and has an alert system like that of Tom Cruise in Minority...
I can feel the hate coming down already. Yep. I'm moving to Fresno. Taking a job as engineering manager with a hugigantic winery. 24 million gallons in cooperage. NFA stuff is staying up here so I can visit it sometimes. The rest of the CA legal stuff is coming with.
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I came here to sell a few pistols so I can buy pistols that were off roster in California.
Also looking for a long range shooting area. I had a nice one in the desert out to 1000 yards but I'm having trouble finding one near Seattle. As long as I'm making a wish list, I'm also...
Weapons charges against member of Bakersfield farming family to be dismissed after judge finds warrant based on faulty information
DoJ submitted false facts to judge to obtain warrant; testified it was a mistake based on misreading spreadsheet.
A gunman opened fire at Gable House bowling alley in Torrance, California early Saturday morning with multiple victims at the premises and people have been asked to stay away.
At least three people have been killed and many have been injured after a gunman opened fire at a Gable House bowling...
Stanislaus sheriff slams California sanctuary policies after arrest in officer’s slaying
A day laborer with gang affiliations and past arrests for drunken driving, who was in the country illegally, was captured outside Bakersfield in the high-profile killing of a Stanislaus County police...
Hi there,
I'm a relatively experienced shooter, perhaps a journeyman however I'm a relatively new gun owner. I've learned the hard way to not jump on piece just cause the price is right and I've scratched up a few receivers trying to fix jammed guns without gun smith tools.
Being from...
Ballot-harvesting, not just for California anymore...
California looks like a lost cause for Republicans, given how Democrats clinched the midterm with a series of new laws. Maybe no big deal, given that California has been a solid blue state for something like 20 years. But are Americans...