Tim Myers Declares Candidacy for California Lieutenant Governor
Tim Myers, known as a founding member of the band OneRepublic, has officially announced his campaign for the office of California Lieutenant Governor as a Democrat.
The 40-year-old musician revealed his political aspirations on July 9. In his statement, he emphasized his roots as a third-generation Californian and expressed a passion for serving the state he loves.
Current Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis is vying to succeed Gavin Newsom, who is unable to run for re-election due to term limits. Kounalakis made history as California’s first woman and first Greek-American to hold the office.
In a campaign video set to a cover of “California Dreamin,'” Myers criticized the previous administration’s handling of recent wildfires in Los Angeles County, highlighting the need for stronger state leadership.
He stated, “A president who insults 40 million Americans and fails to aid a state with the fourth-largest economy in the world is truly a disgrace. Our leaders here have not done enough to fight back.” Myers believes that California deserves better.
“My aim is to protect and rebuild California for working families, children facing rising college costs, and seniors who are struggling. I want to represent every Californian who feels overlooked,” he added.
Myers argues that traditional politicians have not delivered for the people. “The status quo isn’t working,” he said. “I’m a dad, a husband, and I’m here to make a difference because the time to act is now.”
Before his music career, Myers held various jobs, including being a barista and a janitor, and he later founded Palladium Records.
Previously, he announced plans to run against Republican Rep. Ken Calvert for California’s 41st congressional district earlier this year. Now, his congressional campaign site redirects to his bid for the lieutenant governorship.
With a focus on the essentials and the needs of the California people, Tim Myers is stepping into the political arena with the hopes of bringing real change.
