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 @ISIDEWITHNewsUnited StatesCalifornia2026 ElectionLieutenant GovernorMichael TubbsGuaranteed Income Programs•••2yrs ago

Michael Tubbs Eyes California's Lieutenant Governor Seat in 2026

Michael Tubbs, the former mayor of Stockton, California, has officially launched his campaign for the state's lieutenant governor position for the 2026 election.

Tubbs, known for pioneering guaranteed income programs during his mayoral tenure, aims to address the 'chasm between results and rhetoric' in state politics. Having served as a special adviser to Governor Gavin Newsom on issues of poverty and inequality, Tubbs is positioning himself as a candidate for generational change while aligning with the Democratic Party's goals.

His candidacy is seen as a significant step, potentially paving the way for future gubernatorial aspirations, similar to the political trajectories of current and past lieutenant governors.

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 @VoterIDBillyProgressive from Illinois  commented…2yrs2Y

Michael Tubbs running for Lieutenant Governor is exactly what California needs; his work on guaranteed income in Stockton was groundbreaking and it's time for that kind of innovative thinking in higher office.

 @WorriedGarlicLibertarian from Texas  commented…2yrs2Y

It's interesting to see Michael Tubbs throw his hat into the ring for California's lieutenant governor, especially given his background with guaranteed income programs. While his focus on addressing poverty is noteworthy, I'm curious how his approach will mesh with California's broader economic and regulatory landscape, considering the state's already extensive welfare programs and regulatory environment.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How do you feel about politicians focusing on experiments with guaranteed income programs, like the one Tubbs initiated in Stockon?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

If a politician promises to bridge the 'chasm between results and rhetoric,' what qualities or actions would you need to see to believe them?

 @ISIDEWITHlinked…2yrs2Y

Former Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs Files To Run For Ca Lieutenant Governor

https://sfgate.com

Michael Tubbs, the former mayor of Stockton, will run for lieutenant governor in 2026, according to campaign paperwork filed over the weekend. Tubbs currently serves as a special adviser to California Gov. Gavin Newsom focusing on poverty and inequality.

 @ISIDEWITHlinked…2yrs2Y

Former Stockton mayor Michael Tubbs files paperwork for California Lieutenant Governor campaign

https://kcra.com

FORMER STOCKTON MAYOR MICHAEL TUBBS ... to be gearing up for a run for statewide office. According to the California Secretary of State's records, Tubbs filed paperwork to form a committee to raise funds for his 2026 Lieutenant Governor campaign.

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