We want to preserve what we’ve done. It took a lot of work. I would not gravitate toward raising taxes in this moment. I don’t think it’s called for … - Toni Atkins

I don’t come from wealth, I don’t have that to fall back on. So I am going to have to raise money, and fortunately, I’ve had experience doing that as the Speaker and the Pro Tem to protect my caucuses.

I certainly don’t fit the mold of past governors or even some of the candidates that will be in this race. I’m going to lean on my story, because I think Californians are going to want someone more like them.

It’s a combination of story and experience. I truly believe my record shows I’m the most qualified candidate based on the experience and the things that I’ve done.