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[...] (2021). One could say that cultural productions "make history," but they do so in a different way: An interview with Lia Brozgal, Associate Professor of French and Francophone Studies at the University of California, Los Angeles. Hommes & Migrations 170-175. https://doi.org/10.4000/hommesmigrations.13398 Schorung, M. (2017). Urban passenger rail transportation in California: a laboratory for the revival of rail transport in the United States? Flux (Centre national de la recherche scientifique (France). Groupement de recherche 903 Réseaux), 107(1), 17-35. https://doi.org/10.3917/flux1.107.0017 Sonenshein, R. [...]
[...] California, the most powerful state in the United States, is also one of the most unequal in the world. Its sociological and political context shows stark inequalities that have significant impacts on power struggles and, notably, on the environmental front. But first, let's go back to the origins of the formation of these inequalities. After World War II, California became a strategic stronghold of the United States, stimulated by the massive injection of federal credits. What first made California a state based on the military industry. [...]
[...] Among the most influential communities, there are also Latino communities that are growing strongly (Douzet, 2010). They have a major impact on California politics and culture. Certain professional federations also exercise coordinated influences, such as the giants of Silicon Valley, which have a significant influence on the global economy, technological innovations, and technology-related policies. The Hollywood film industry also has a strong influence that goes beyond California's borders, even greatly influencing Western popular culture, media, political affairs, etc. (Sonenshein, 2010). Furthermore, it is worth noting that California is often quite progressive on LGBTQIA+ rights. [...]
[...] Furthermore, creating a 'understandable' narrative for all about what minorities go through and what their constraints are remains crucial in terms of influence and representation (Hunt, 2022). By actively integrating minorities into these processes, we ensure that their concerns are well taken into account. This not only contributes to their social inclusion, but also to a more comprehensive vision of what sustainability is, as different communities may have unique relationships with their environment." In this context, sustainability goes beyond just environmental protection, but also encompasses social justice issues. [...]
[...] Nevertheless, this commercial approach to sustainability has created a complex dynamic between economic aspirations and sincere environmental protection initiatives. Friedman (2012) highlights that 'sustainability' has become a key word in political agendas and has been used for commercial purposes in various fields, often prioritizing market-driven intentions over genuinely durable and global effects. These narratives thus shape the brand identities of certain influential groups by recounting their good deeds for the environment, but above all by serving capitalist interests. In fact, despite the sustainability narrative associated with California, it is essential to recognize that this narrative is often reappropriated by influential groups, illustrating greenwashing practices. [...]
