Darkening skies over Sacramento not just from eclipse

In ancient times, the Greeks believed a solar eclipse was a sign the Gods were angry and meant the beginning of disasters and destruction.
On Monday, Aug. 21, for the first time in almost a century, a total solar eclipse will be visible within a band across the entire contiguous United States.
That same day the state Legislature returns to work in Sacramento after a month-long recess. Coincidence?
Already this year the Legislature has passed, and Gov. Brown has signed, the largest spending plan