There has never been any doubt that the world is becoming smaller and that globalization is here to stay. But yesterday I was reminded of how that hits home.
Driving home from work I pass the Alameda County Fairgrounds. I live in the town of Pleasanton, a suburb of the San Francisco Bay Area. The fairgrounds — which host the summer event to much fanfare and is a throwback to the era of slow summer days and 4-H shows — sits right in the middle of town. There are events here throughout the year, from camping shows to Hawaiian music …
