Chapter 9 Response

This chapter describes Alma in the aftermath of Anacapa and preparing to intervene in Santa Cruz. Alma's mother and stepfather are introduced and we are given a glimpse into how her passion for ecology defines her life. Additionally, we see the struggles that Alma faces in her workplace due to resistance from the FPA, especially during court cases. Finally, Alma sees her trainee, Alicia, having lunch with Dave Lajoy's coworker, Wilson, showing that one of her own has been "turned" so to speak to the opposing campaign.