Rock icon OneRepublic bassist Tim Myers announced a major career switch-up with a political bid for lieutenant governor in California.
From 2002 to 2007, Myers, 40, played bass for the pop-rock band known for its hit song with Timbaland "Apologize." Now, he's hoping to launch a political career as her runs for office as a Democrat.
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On July 9, the musician explained his reason for seeking office.
"I’m not a politician. I’m a dad, a husband, a businessman, an activist, and the son of a pastor who taught me that faith without action is meaningless," Myers said in a statement on his campaign website.
He continued, "I’ll bring a fresh, strong voice to the Lt. Governor’s office to fight back against the Trump administration, take on the rigged system with commonsense solutions, and ensure every Californian has the opportunity to chase their dreams, can afford to make a living here, and feels safe."
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Myers' news came after California's current lieutenant governor, Eleni Kounalakis, decided to launch a campaign to succeed incumbent governor Gavin Newsom, who can't run for re-election because of term limits.
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