I don’t want to go back into the system. I think it’s broken. I want to travel the country. I want to listen to people, I want to talk with people. And I don’t want it to be transactional, where I’m asking for their vote.

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

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

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 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 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.

I love this state, its people and its promise.

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.