It’s really on all of our shoulders.

Today is a victory for the rule of law and for the City of Los Angeles.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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.