A new interview with former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown — a towering figure in California politics and a onetime mentor to Vice President Kamala Harris — is stirring conversation about Harris’s next moves after her vice presidency. Brown, 91, candidly suggested that Harris may struggle in a gubernatorial race and should consider a different path, reigniting questions about her political strengths, legacy, and future ambitions.

The Interview That Sparked Debate

The comments came during an appearance by podcaster Jon Slavet on The Issue Is with Los Angeles anchor Elex Michaelson. Slavet had recently interviewed Brown, who once had a personal and political relationship with Harris and remains one of the most influential voices in California’s Democratic establishment.

In a clip from the interview, Brown is heard telling Slavet:

“She may not want to run for governor of the state of California. Continues…