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Gavin Newsom: “For this reason, I am compelled to follow my conscience and, as authorised by our Constitution, take this action for the…”

On the recordNovember 6, 2026
For this reason, I am compelled to follow my conscience and, as authorised by our Constitution, take this action for the welfare of the State of California.
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Gavin Newsom
Democratic · California
Source
bbc.co.uk

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Governor Newsom on following his conscience.

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