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| − | The office of governor is the [[executive branch]] of a [[state government]] in the [[United States]]. It is elected by the people during the general [[election]]. Governorship terms may range, but are usually four years. | + | The office of '''governor''' is the [[executive branch]] of a [[state government]] in the [[United States]]. It is elected by the people during the general [[election]]. Governorship terms may range, but are usually four years. |
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== Historical Definition of Governor == | == Historical Definition of Governor == | ||
| − | The term governor has had a variety of meanings throughout history. European colonies often had a governor appointed by the king. Bodies such as the [[Federal Reserve]] have governors. | + | The term governor has had a variety of meanings throughout history. European colonies often had a governor appointed by the [[king]]. Bodies such as the [[Federal Reserve]] have governors. |
| − | == | + | == See also == |
| + | *[[Governors and Lt. Governors of the United States of America]] | ||
| + | *[[State Governors]] | ||
| + | *[[Vizier]] | ||
[[Category:Government]] | [[Category:Government]] | ||
Latest revision as of 13:29, February 11, 2009
The office of governor is the executive branch of a state government in the United States. It is elected by the people during the general election. Governorship terms may range, but are usually four years.
Historical Definition of Governor
The term governor has had a variety of meanings throughout history. European colonies often had a governor appointed by the king. Bodies such as the Federal Reserve have governors.