There is more of importance in this report than what is indicated by the title. An example is demonstrated in the first internal link which gives a clue to the thinking  of some as to how their confidence in the US military leads them to advocate for militaristic solutions to damn near any international problem. They are willing and often anxious to sell their adventures with a campaign based on lies if that is necessary to sell the adventure.  

Water is an absolutely vital resource. Previous reports I have seen claim that pistachios are extreme water users. When water runs short it is vital that it be distributed in ways that make sense to the maintenance of vital productivity. Pistachios are not vital to anything but the wealth of a few. California water wars make a fascinating and complicated story.

I have been listening to the audio version of Cadillac Desert which a friend from California has recommended for years. A general interest in history and politics and power and the driving forces during our country's westward expansion and continuing thru today is enough to make this a fascinating read or listen.  It is a very good telling of a very important story; water in the West.