Toni Atkins
President pro tempore of the California State Senate and former Assembly Speaker. First openly lesbian leader of a state legislative chamber. San Diego native. Leading candidate for governor. Focused on housing, healthcare, and climate.
In the News
Commentary: She was highly qualified to be California governor. Why did her campaign fizzle? - Los Angeles Times
Toni Atkins drops out of the California governor’s race - Politico
Former state Senate leader Toni Atkins drops out of 2026 California governor’s race - Los Angeles Times
Toni Atkins outraises her fellow Democrats in the race to become California governor - Sacramento Bee
State Senate leader Toni Atkins joins 2026 race for California governor - Los Angeles Times
Toni Atkins’ gubernatorial campaign tour visits Stockton in the Central Valley - Times of San Diego
Atkins to open San Diego campaign HQ with state, federal, local leaders in her corner - Times of San Diego
It’s Official: Toni Atkins of San Diego Announces Bid for Governor of California in 2026 - Times of San Diego
Nathan Fletcher Exploring Run for State Senate When Toni Atkins Is Termed Out - Times of San Diego
Why this Democratic candidate for California governor is dropping out of the race - CalMatters
Longtime San Diego political fixture Toni Atkins bows out of governor's race - NBC 7 San Diego
Toni Atkins Drops Out of California Governor’s Race Ahead of 2026 Primary - KQED
Toni Atkins ramps up campaign for CA governor with tour across the state - KBAK
Better know a CA gubernatorial candidate: Toni Atkins - Capitol Weekly
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