250115 - cybernetics + LA-wildfires + media + problems&solutions - Andreu Ginestet (original) (raw)

Abstract The document critically examines the interplay between disinformation, systemic challenges, and public responses to catastrophic events, focusing on the LA wildfires of 2025. It critiques a YouTube video alleging mismanagement by political figures, arguing that the video perpetuates divisive narratives and misinformation rather than fostering constructive dialogue or solutions. The analysis highlights systemic failures, including insufficient resource allocation, societal individualism, and a lack of preventive measures, as key contributors to the crisis. The author emphasizes the need for cooperative approaches, systemic responsibility, and sustainable solutions to address the underlying causes of disasters. Drawing on concepts from complexity science and cybernetics, the document advocates for redefining societal roles, emphasizing the importance of shared resources and collective action. It critiques consumerism and profit-driven systems for exacerbating inequalities and environmental degradation, suggesting alternative frameworks like urban gardening, peace-building initiatives, and governance models prioritizing common goods. By linking the LA wildfires to global issues such as climate change, social inequality, and resource mismanagement, the document calls for holistic, cooperative strategies to rebuild communities and mitigate future crises. It stresses that solutions must transcend partisan politics and individual blame, focusing instead on systemic change and collective responsibility.