Grady Means, now father to President Trump's Surgeon General nominee, embodies the archetype of boomer success. Born in 1946, he navigated through elite education and key positions in defense and economic consultancy. His career reflects the intertwined relationship between individual ambition and state-supported success in California's evolving economy. Joan Didion's insights underline the broader implications of the military-industrial complex on California's landscape, revealing the unsteady foundation beneath perceived prosperity as federal funding waned in the 1990s, questioning the long-term viability of such an economic model.
Grady Means, a product of California's defense-driven economy, illustrates the intertwining of personal ambition and federal support, showcasing the era's optimism.
Joan Didion's reflection on California highlights the reliance on federal defense contracts, questioning the sustainability of the military-industrial complex's promise for prosperity.
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