Ruby Rippey-Tourk breaks her silence with a raw, personal account of her 2005 affair with then-San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom, describing it as consensual and sparked during a Fourth of July celebration. In her essay, she reveals the secretive nature of their relationship, her struggles with alcoholism dating back to 1999, and how the affair became a pivotal moment in her sobriety journey — a path she’s maintained for over two decades. She also clarifies misconceptions, emphasizing she was never coerced and credits pivotal advice that helped her recover. As Newsom faces renewed speculation about a presidential run, Rippey-Tourk’s story adds a deeply human, reflective layer to his political past — one rooted in vulnerability, accountability, and resilience.
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