From the towering sequoias of California to the vibrant cities stretching along the Pacific coastline, Jim Luce has made the American West Coast both his subject and his stage. Through his extensive travels and engagements from San Diego to Seattle, Luce has cultivated a deep understanding of the region’s unique political landscape, cultural movements, and leadership dynamics. His work spans academic lectures with graduate students at California State University, where he shares insights on leadership and development through virtual platforms, to on-the-ground reporting at conferences and LGBTQ+ Pride events throughout major West Coast cities. Like the ancient giant sequoias that have witnessed millennia of California history, Luce’s writing captures the enduring spirit and evolving character of the West Coast, offering readers a seasoned perspective on the leaders, movements, and moments that define this influential region. His particular focus on political leadership, exemplified through his ongoing coverage of figures like Governor Gavin Newsom, reflects his commitment to documenting how visionary governance shapes the future of America’s most progressive and dynamic states. Follow Jim Luce on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and X (Twitter). © 2024 The Stewardship Report on Connecting Goodness – Towards Global Citizenship is published by The James Jay Dudley Luce Foundation Supporting & Educating Young Global Leaders is affiliated with Orphans International Worldwide, Raising Global Citizens. If supporting youth is important to you, subscribe to J. Luce Foundation updates here.