Even the richest cities face problems

Last week I wrote about the water shortage in California and suggested that theanti-water charge protesters in this country should consider the reality of water shortages and recognise the need for investment in water infrastructure to ensure an adequate supply of safe water for the future.

Not for the first time, I learned very quickly that it is not safe to broach certain subjects in this country.

I was subjected to an incredible amount of vitriol ranging from personal insults to threats and vile language.