Some of you may remember that in December, after thoughtful reflection and conversations with many who encouraged me to step forward, I announced that I would not be entering the race to become California’s next Insurance Commissioner. That decision came down to one thing: this role demands a leader fully prepared to dedicate the time, focus, and energy required to navigate one of the most complex challenges facing our state and to ensure a stable, fair, and accessible insurance market for...

"When leaders respond to loss of life with defense instead of reflection, they reveal that power, not people, is what matters to them most."

Over the last several weeks, I have been humbled by the number of elected & appointed leaders, community partners, colleagues and friends who have encouraged me to consider a campaign for California Insurance Commissioner. I don’t take that confidence lightly. It reflects the work we have done together in economic development, equity, civic engagement, and community-building across California and beyond. After thoughtful reflection, conversations with my family, and deep consideration of the...