I am so proud to announce my endorsement of Elizabeth Warren for President!
Now more than ever, women need a champion in the White House & we need a fighter to defeat Donald Trump.
So on
#SuperTuesday
, please join me in voting for Warren & together let's make history!
What an amazing moment today for our kiddos! Meeting the President, and seeing Air Force One and the Beast with their dad — I hope these are memories they cherish forever.
Happy Birthday
@GavinNewsom
! I love you, and I am so grateful to be on this journey with you! Your dedication to the 40 million Californians who call this state home is second to none, and the kids and I are so proud of you!
So beyond proud of
@GavinNewsom
tonight and always!
Through their collective mistruths and attempts to divide our country, my husband stood up for President Biden, California, and Democratic values— equity, inclusion, empathy, and true freedom.
Happy anniversary my love
@GavinNewsom
! Seeing you rise to every occasion with love, grace, and compassion- always with ALL Californians in heart and mind- makes me so proud to be your partner in life. Love you to the moon and back! ❤️
.
@GavinNewsom
and I had the honor of welcoming President
@JoeBiden
to California yesterday! Thank you, President Biden, for always exhibiting grace and compassion as you work to unite us, do right by us, and build back better 🙏
No. Absolutely not. That is called moral bankruptcy. If you cannot draw the line at child molestation, you are not fit to make decisions for anyone, let alone the country.
Press Sec. Sanders on Pres. Trump's endorsement of Roy Moore: "The president...decided that it was better to have somebody that supports his agenda than a Democrat that doesn't."
Just in September alone, 865,000 women were forced out of the workforce.
This is insulting, infuriating, and working moms everywhere can’t wait to vote you out of office.
Beautiful weather all over our great country, a perfect day for all Women to March. Get out there now to celebrate the historic milestones and unprecedented economic success and wealth creation that has taken place over the last 12 months. Lowest female unemployment in 18 years!
Meeting today with the spouses of Democratic and Republican governors gave me so much hope for our future.
I know we can – and will – heal our country together.
"Women, 18-118, when it is time to vote, please do so in your own self-interest. It's what men have been doing for years."
-Michelle Williams 🙌
#GoldenGIobes
Today, the first woman to ever coach the
#SuperBowl
will take the field. And lucky us, she’s on a CA team 😉
Thanks to her, millions of young women will finally see themselves on the field, no longer doubting if it could one day be them. Congrats coach, you’ve made CA so proud!
Tonight, the CA State Capitol is lit in purple and gold to honor the women that came before us - the women who fought so hard to ensure our voices could be heard.
Let us honor them with our vote.
#ForwardIntoLight
👇Always appreciate
@SteveSchmidtSES
perspective. A lot of truth here. And yes, the wealth and opportunity disparities contribute big time to the apathy, hate, and division. We have to do better for our kids’ and grandkids’ generations!
"When you combine the contempt, when you combine the fact that people feel unseen and unheard...they are susceptible to the lie because the lie is able to take root when people lose faith. When they lose belief that tomorrow can be better" -
@SteveSchmidtSES
w/
@NicolleDWallace
As we learn to celebrate the holidays in new ways this year, I wanted to wish you all love and light in these unprecedented times. From my family to yours -- Happy Holidays! 🎄✨❤️
📸 from earlier this year
And just like that, history has been made! The first woman of color to ever be nominated for a majority party ticket is none other than California’s own,
@kamalaharris
! Congratulations - we are with you all the way!!! Let’s win this!!
Today was joyous beyond measure, and it is the honor of a lifetime to serve the people of California.
Gavin-I love you, I’m so grateful for this journey with you, and I’m already so proud of the way you are using your courageous heart and brilliant mind to lead this great state.
I’m so inspired by young people like
@davidhogg111
who are fierce advocates for the health, safety, and well-being of their generation.
Their voices are so critical as we work to address ongoing crises like gun violence and youth mental health.🙏
Today marks the 48th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, the landmark decision upholding women’s constitutional right to make decisions about our health and bodies. Let us recommit ourselves to ensuring equitable access for ALL.
I hope everyone in America is watching this game! This is women’s power, women’s empowerment and these women are inspiring entire generations of girls and boys to see female athletes as the dynamic and powerful superheroes that they are!
California is taking serious action to stop gun violence.
We can't afford another tragedy addressed with “thoughts and prayers,” so we’re fighting for policy and change through a proposed 28th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
Education is fundemental to opportunity & this pandemic should not stand in the way of CA kids reaching their potential.
Today we announced that 70,000 students will receive devices & cross the digital divide — and our mission won’t end until every student has what they need.
This
#DenimDay
, my heart is with all survivors of sexual assault. Together, we can and will end the culture of silence. And, in partnership, we will bring an end to violence against women and create a safer future for our children.
My new hero, 7-Year-Old Havana Edwards, was the only student at her school to participate in
#NationalSchoolWalkout
. She wrote, "I am all alone at my school, but I know I am not alone."
That's right Havana, you are not alone, we are ALL with you. ❤️
Access to menstrual products isn’t a luxury - it’s a basic need. But 1 in 5 first generation college students still experience period poverty. By expanding access to menstrual products in schools, community colleges, and CSUs, California is advancing gender equity.👏
So proud of these powerful young people.
This a very American problem. As a nation, we need to check our priorities and step up to protect our children and communities from the very real and pervasive threat of gun violence. Enough is enough.
11 years ago to this day, and what an eleven years it’s been. Never a dull moment with you: 9 changes of address, 5 films, 4 kids, 3 political offices (3 pets too!😉), and you are still my one and only. Grateful you are my rock and partner. Love you always
@gavinnewsom
! 💕
Today
@GavinNewsom
& I spoke directly to teachers adjusting to the new distance learning reality.
We know this moment is incredibly challenging, and we are so grateful to all the teachers & administrators who are stepping up with creativity and care to support our students.
HBD
@GavinNewsom
♥️ Each year, I’m more in awe of your empathy & persistence as you work to create a better world for everyone.
Thank you for being such an empathic & generous husband, father, brother & friend. You’re truly amazing-not only do you move mountains, you climb them!
Happy
#FathersDay
@GavinNewsom
! I am so grateful that our children have you to look up to! Your empathy & kindness shows through in all you do. I know that when the kids look back on these years & the sacrifices that you made, they will be so proud of their dad. Love you so much!
In times like these, I couldn’t be more grateful to live in California where we are fighting like hell to ensure ALL people have access to the reproductive health care they need.
We will not stop.
No matter what SCOTUS decides on
#RoeVWade
, we are not going to be defeated in California.
We will punch above our weight - working with other states on reproductive freedom.
We won’t roll over while rights are taken away - we will stand tall for the right to an abortion.
I’m so heartbroken. We cannot even grieve lives lost without having to pivot to the next tragedy.
This is a horrific reality. We need to change as a country.
Sending so much love to Half Moon Bay.
At the hospital meeting with victims of a mass shooting when I get pulled away to be briefed about another shooting. This time in Half Moon Bay.
Tragedy upon tragedy.
As we get ready to start another week of shelter in place, remember you can still access essential needs - but we need everyone to do their part and
#StayHomeSaveLives
.
NEW: 80% of Californians ages 18+ have received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Keep it up, California! We’re making great progress, but still have work to do. Together we can end the pandemic — get vaccinated.
Being First Partner is about inclusion, breaking down stereotypes, and valuing the partnerships that allow any of us to succeed.
Grateful for this opportunity to continue advocating for a more equitable future - now let’s get to work!
Walking out today because I
#BelieveSurvivors
. Because I believe men who have no respect for women don’t belong on the Supreme Court.
And because this isn’t the world I want my daughters OR my sons to grow up in. We must, we CAN do better than this.
Earlier today,
@GavinNewsom
and I chatted with parents who just received new chromebooks for distance learning with their kids.
Education is fundamental to opportunity, and we must ensure that every CA kid has what they need to keep learning during this time.
1 in 4 women in America have been the victim of domestic violence.
1 in 5 women in America have been the victim of sexual assault.
Making this about the safety of men is infuriating, dangerous, false, and disgusting.
President Trump: "It's a very scary time for young men in America when you can be guilty of something you may not be guilty of. This is a very difficult time."
We will not allow extremists to distort reality and vilify entire communities to advance their fear-mongering agenda.
When you come after our kids and communities, we fight back.
We will not be silent in the face of hate.
We are united.
The only person you demean with your vile and misogynist language is yourself. The rest of us only become more determined to push back against your assault on the values we hold dear. I cannot wait for all of the women leaders rising up to replace you.
#RepresentHer
Lightweight Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, a total flunky for Chuck Schumer and someone who would come to my office “begging” for campaign contributions not so long ago (and would do anything for them), is now in the ring fighting against Trump. Very disloyal to Bill & Crooked-USED!
From record # of women running, down to 1. We must take a hard look at how we treat female candidates -- b/c EVERY woman is electable when we VOTE for her.
Good thing
@ewarren
isn't just the last woman standing, but the best choice to be our next POTUS!
I am so proud of all of you
#Texas
mothers out there! Thank you for being brave and using your voices to speak up and out and challenge patriarchal oppression! You’ve got this! You are on the right side of history. Hang in there!
My heart breaks for the Guttenberg family & all families who have been forced to bear the unimaginable grief of losing a child to gun violence.
Not one more family should have to visit their child’s grave under these circumstances.
Sending ♥️ to the entire Parkland community.
As aI sit here this morning at the cemetery, I want to remind everyone that this could happen to you. Please, pay attention to the trial. Pay attention to every sound and horrible detail. Then, get to know candidates who want to reduce gun violence and only vote for them.
"Please don't leave the childs with cryingness and everything...I need my dad by me."
Watch this. Ask yourself what we're doing. What we're tolerating. What we stand for.
There are many complicated issues we face today -- ripping kids away from their parents is not one of them.
I'm beyond excited to announce that California is officially the newest
#EqualPayCA
Pledge signatory and that we are creating the state’s first ever Chief Equity Officer! Together, we can create a
#CAForAllWomen
! 👏
If the pay gap was closed in California the average woman could pay for:
5.5 more months of rent
9 months of childcare
or almost a year of food for her family.
#EqualPayCA
The loss of Dianne Feinstein has left a hole in the fabric of our state and nation that is near impossible to fill, but I’m overjoyed that Laphonza Butler will succeed her!
Laphonza is an unwavering champion of women and moms who has dedicated her life to bettering the lives of…
I'm proud to announce California's new United States Senator -- Laphonza Butler.
As we mourn the enormous loss of Sen. Feinstein, the very freedoms she fought for -- reproductive freedom, equal protection, and safety from gun violence -- have never been under greater assault.…
Gov. Newsom is urging Californians to safely check on their elderly relatives and neighbors, encouraging people to call, text or give a physically distanced knock on the door to seniors in their lives.
Yes, exactly: "Speak assertively, and risk being labeled “bossy.” Display anger, and be seen as “bitchy”. Remain stoic, and be called an “ice queen.” Cry, and get pegged as too emotional. Women in the workplace are constantly walking a tightrope."
Enough. Enough of this sexist shaming. Enough trying to tear a young & powerful woman down. It doesn't matter what she's wearing, it matters what she's doing. And what she's doing is inspiring thousands of young women into leadership.
So please, its time to
#AskHerMore
.
"Like it or not, these are not our kids. Show them compassion, but it's not like he's doing this to the people of Idaho or Texas."
WE'RE LITERALLY PUTTING CHILDREN IN CAGES.
To honor Californias’s suffrage centennial, we have lit up the State Capitol in purple and gold.
Whether you can stop by the capitol this evening or simply enjoy the beauty with us online, we are so glad you are celebrating this historic day with us!
#WomensVote100
In the face of nationwide attacks on reproductive rights, CA has taken action to improve access to reproductive care by removing costly barriers. Thankful to
@SenGonzalez_33
&
@CaWomensCaucus
for working to ensure all pregnant people are able to access the healthcare they need.
California is eliminating out-of-pocket costs for abortion services, ensuring cost is not a barrier to accessing care.
As states attempt to move us backwards by restricting fundamental reproductive rights, California continues to protect and advance reproductive freedom for all.
I’m horrified by the ongoing, blatant attempts by extreme conservatives to deprive the American people of their right to knowledge.
Let’s be clear: banning books and closing libraries is dangerous censorship and a threat to our democracy.
Cecile is our hero because of the way she persevered in the face of unimaginable challenges. She never let the vitriol intimidate her. She stood strong, defended the rights of women who needed it most, and carried many of us on her back.
#ThankYouCecile
Trump did not attend a funeral for the victims of the Parkland shooting. But this weekend, he's taking the time to address the
@NRA
for the 4th year in a row. He is the first sitting president to do so.
This pandemic exposed how critical it is that our policies support women, and how vulnerable ALL of us are when they don’t.
That’s why we must center women in our economic recovery. Read on to learn more from me and
@womenswealthgap
via
@CNN
.
Title X funding is already restricted from being used for abortion.
So let's be clear, this
#gagrule
is not about abortion or about being pro-life.
This is about politics. This is about controlling women - our bodies, our futures, our autonomy.
I am so proud of
@gavinnewsom
for his new children's book, Ben and Emma's Big Hit! Please consider purchasing a copy for your family, friends, or a local school or library. All proceeds from the book will be donated to the International Dyslexia Association. 🙏🙏🙏
This year,
#MomsEqualPay
Day falls on June 4, marking the 156 extra days moms have to work to make what dads made last year. And no, this is not because of women’s “choices.” It is a result of a combination of factors, and each one is more insidious for women of color. 1/5
Last week, Weight Watchers decided to offer free diet memberships to 10 millions TEENS. We need to shift the focus from weight to health, especially for our young girls, and be
#donewithdieting
.
@TheProjectHEAL