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

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

I love this state, its people and its promise.

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.

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 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.

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

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

I love this state, its people and its promise.

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

While I appreciate the creativity of my Republican colleagues in drafting legislative acronyms, I welcome any serious effort to raise ethical standards in public service.

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.

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.

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