I love California - lived here 24 years. The "California Bashers" I was referring to were all those who love to take a swipe at California - whatever the context.
Hope this clears that up for you.
Yes, I did indeed misunderstand. My apologies to you. I’ve lived in this state 43 out of my 48 years and I have yet to see another state which can offer the variety of opportunities, both professional and leisure, that this state has to offer despite all the negatives with CA politics.