Gavin Newsom

Born: 1967-10-10

Gavin Christopher Newsom (born October 10, 1967) is an American politician and businessman who has been the 40th governor of California since 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, he served as the 49th lieutenant governor of California from 2011 to 2019 and the 42nd mayor of San Francisco from 2004 to 2011. Newsom graduated from Santa Clara University in 1989. Afterward, he founded the PlumpJack Group with billionaire heir and family friend Gordon Getty as an investor. The wine store grew to manage 23 businesses, including wineries, restaurants, and hotels. Newsom began his political career in 1996, when San Francisco mayor Willie Brown appointed him to the city's Parking and Traffic Commission. Brown then appointed Newsom to fill a vacancy on the Board of Supervisors the next year and Newsom was first elected to the board in 1998. Newsom was elected mayor of San Francisco in 2003 and reelected in 2007. He was elected lieutenant governor of California in 2010. As lieutenant governor, Newsom hosted The Gavin Newsom Show from 2012 to 2013. He also wrote the 2013 book Citizenville, about using digital tools for democratic change. He was reelected in 2014. Newsom was elected governor of California in 2018. During his governorship, Newsom faced criticism for his personal behavior and leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic, which was followed by an unsuccessful attempt to recall him from office in 2021. He was reelected in 2022.


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The Advocate Celebrates 50 Years: A Long Road to Freedom

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Released: 2018-03-01

Documentary exploring The Advocate's role at the forefront of the LGBT movement in the U.S.

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...So Goes the Nation

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Released: 2006-10-04

A look at the role of the Buckeye State in the 2004 Presidential Election.

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Annul Victory

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Released: 2009-05-02

Annul Victory is a documentary on the fight for marriage equality and the Proposition 8 election...

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Pursuit of Equality

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Released: 2005-04-24

By issuing marriage licenses to same gender couples, San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom uproots...

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One Wedding and a Revolution

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Released: 2004-06-01

This short film reveals the inspiration, motivation and political challenges at San Francisco...

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The Relentless Patriot

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Released: 2024-06-14

For 30 years, Scott LoBaido has been a voice, fighting with you and for you on so many issues,...

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The Big Picture: Rethinking Dyslexia

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Released: 2012-10-29

Though up to 20% of students are dyslexic, many pass through school unidentified, misunderstood...

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Late Night with Seth Meyers

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First aired: 2014-02-25

Seth Meyers, who is "Saturday Night Live’s" longest serving anchor on the show’s wildly popular...

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The Daily Show

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First aired: 1996-07-22

The World's Fakest News Team tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and pop culture.

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Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen

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First aired: 2009-07-16

Bravo network executive Andy Cohen discusses pop culture topics with celebrities and reality...

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Real Time with Bill Maher

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First aired: 2003-02-21

Each week Bill Maher surrounds himself with a panel of guests which include politicians, actors,...

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The View

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First aired: 1997-08-11

ABC Daytime's morning chatfest, currently featuring Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, Sunny Hostin,...

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The View

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First aired: 1997-08-11

ABC Daytime's morning chatfest, currently featuring Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, Sunny Hostin,...

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Chelsea

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First aired: 2016-05-11

It's not her first talk show, but it is a first of its kind. Ideas, people and places that...

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CNN Special Report

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First aired: 1980-04-19

In hour-long, in-depth explorations, CNN hosts examine extraordinary individuals, unexpected...

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The Shop

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First aired: 2018-08-28

A one-of-a-kind barbershop experience with unfiltered conversation and debate from the biggest...

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The Issue Is

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First aired: 2018-05-04

Discussions and political debates with top news makers about the most controversial and...

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Inside with Jen Psaki

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First aired: 2023-03-19

Jen Psaki breaks down the biggest issues of the week, featuring one-on-one interviews with...

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Shelter in Place with Shane Smith

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First aired: 2020-04-09

VICE founder Shane Smith hosts a series of chats with experts, thought leaders and political...

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I Love You, America

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First aired: 2017-10-12

Follow Sarah Silverman as she looks to connect with people who may not agree with her personal...

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