SF Mayor Newsom ends Governor bid: Same-sex marriage battle, infidelity issues likely held him back
”With a young family and responsibilities at City Hall, I found it impossible to commit the time required to complete this effort…. This is not an easy decision. But it is one made with the best intentions for my wife, my daughter, the residents of the city and county of San Francisco, and California Democrats.”
Gavin Newsom, current Mayor of San Francisco, stating that he will not be running for Governor of California. The San Jose Mercury news alludes to his years-long involvement battling for same-sex marriage in that state and a very public affair as issues he could not overcome to gain traction in the race. It is reported that former Governor Jerry Brown will now be the lead candidate among Democrats, to seek the office once again. Brown also has a long history of extremely strong support for the gay, lesbian, bi and trans community. (San Jose Mercury News) (Jerry Brown 2010)
Support Metro Weekly’s Journalism
These are challenging times for news organizations. And yet it’s crucial we stay active and provide vital resources and information to both our local readers and the world. So won’t you please take a moment and consider supporting Metro Weekly with a membership? For as little as $5 a month, you can help ensure Metro Weekly magazine and MetroWeekly.com remain free, viable resources as we provide the best, most diverse, culturally-resonant LGBTQ coverage in both the D.C. region and around the world. Memberships come with exclusive perks and discounts, your own personal digital delivery of each week’s magazine (and an archive), access to our Member's Lounge when it launches this fall, and exclusive members-only items like Metro Weekly Membership Mugs and Tote Bags! Check out all our membership levels here and please join us today!
