Former Obama speechwriter Jon Lovett questioned former Democratic California Rep. Katie Porter during a Friday podcast about whether she would

But Porter, who rocketed to fame as a warrior against corporate influence, also hit on notes of collaboration and compromise that may come as a surprise to those most familiar with her whiteboard takedowns. She spoke of “working with businesses and protecting workers” and promised an openness to good ideas “no matter where they come from.”

After months of openly considering a run, former Rep. Katie Porter announced Tuesday that she is running for California governor to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom.