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Gavin Newsom: “I think I was at one point, I was the only elected official…”

Featuring: Gavin Newsom, Democratic | Governor of California

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GOV. GAVIN NEWSOM Talks California, ICE, New Book

Published | Video Starts at 13:05

Like people aren't tied to a geographical place. I want to make the point you're making because you just reminded me of something. No bs. When I was mayor, I think I was at one point, I was the only elected official in San Francisco. From San Francisco. Really? And it was like used against me. Like I remember saying when I grew up, you know, in the people, like who the you think you are, man? (13:05–13:11)

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Asserts that Gavin Newsom was the only elected official from San Francisco at one point during his tenure.

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