CNMA Welcomes California's 40th Governor, Gavin Newsom

Governor-elect Gavin Newsom takes the oath of office during his inauguration ceremony in Sacramento, California, on Monday, January 7th, 2019. Photo: Gabrielle Lurie, The Chronicle

The new governor promises to help expand pre-kindergarten classes, make the second year of community college education free for full-time students, and is proposing up to six months of paid leave from work for parents of newborn children. Less directly, the governor has hinted at attempting a single-payer healthcare system.

Welcome to the big seat in the capitol, governor Newsom! We are excited to see what you can do for California, and what you can do for the midwives who serve the women and families in this great state!