PoliticsCalifornia’s first lesbian Senate leader could make history again if she runs for governor1 of 5California state Senate President Pro Tempore Toni Atkins looks on during a briefing with district representatives, Monday, Nov. 13, 2023, in San Diego. Atkins is preparing to step down from her leadership post early next year, though she could make history again with a run for governor. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)Share2 of 5California state Senate President Pro Tempore Toni Atkins looks on during a briefing with district representatives, Monday, Nov. 13, 2023, in San Diego. Atkins is...…PoliticsCalifornia’s first lesbian Senate leader could make history again if she runs for governor1 of 5California state Senate President Pro Tempore Toni Atkins looks on during a briefing with district representatives, Monday, Nov. 13, 2023, in San Diego. Atkins is preparing to step down from her leadership post early next year, though she could make history again with a run for governor. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)Share2 of 5California state Senate President Pro Tempore Toni Atkins looks on during a briefing with district representatives, Monday, Nov. 13, 2023, in San Diego. Atkins is...WW…