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Oh, absolutely not. I’m always going to be part of the fight.

By signing this bill into law, California is again going on record to support survivors and victims of human trafficking, while penalizing those who solicit minors.

I will never stop fighting to make our country reflect the very best of its ideals, always on behalf of the people.

I believe there's value in sharing what I saw, what I learned, and what I know it will take to move forward.

With candor and reflection, I've written a behind-the-scenes account of that journey.

It was intense, high stakes and deeply personal for me and for so many of you.

I look forward to getting back out and listening to the American people, helping elect Democrats across the nation who will fight fearlessly, and sharing more details in the months ahead about my own plans.

I love this state, its people and its promise.

For now, my leadership — and public service — will not be in elected office.

For now, my leadership—and public service—will not be in elected office.

I love this state, its people, and its promise. It is my home. But after deep reflection, I’ve decided that I will not run for Governor in this election.

In recent months, I have given serious thought to asking the people of California for the privilege to serve as their Governor.

In writing this book, one truth kept coming back to me. Sometimes the fight takes a while, but I remain full of hope and I remain clear-eyed. I will never stop to make our country reflect the very best of its ideals.

Donald Trump asks for 5 seats and Greg Abbott automatically bends the knee. The 2026 election is being rigged. California won’t sit back and watch this happen.

And We, the People, must use our power to fight for freedom, opportunity, fairness, and the dignity of all.

We must recognize that our politics, our government, and our institutions have too often failed the American people, culminating in this moment of crisis.

For now, my leadership — and public service — will not be in elected office.

It is my home. But after deep reflection, I’ve decided that I will not run for governor in this election.