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The article focuses on U.S. bellwether governors Ted Strickland of Ohio and Charlie Crist of Florida. Strickland, elected in November 2006 as the first Democratic governor of the state in 16 years, spent six terms in Congress and voted to oppose the Iraq war from the start. Republican Crist is using issues such as tax relief and global warming to govern from the middle in his state. The governors have been considered as vice presidential material due to the significance of both states' voters to the presidential election in 2007.

The article focuses on the reelection of California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger in 2006 and the lessons that other politicians can learn from his comeback. It provides a background on his political career since 2003. It presents a comparison between the governor and President George W. Bush including their leadership styles and decision-making strategies. It cites that a common complaint about Schwarzenegger is that he does not believe in anything and rules by putting his finger to the wind.

Reports on the 2004 gubernatorial elections in the U.S. Percentage of gubernatorial elections since November 2001 that have resulted in a change of party control; Number of votes received by former Delaware Supreme Court Justice Bill Lee in a Republican primary in 2000; Information on why Democrat Bob Holden of Missouri is the most vulnerable governor seeking re-election.

Presents the results of the 2002 gubernatorial races in the U.S. List of Democratic and Republican candidates who won during the elections; Party changes for governorships; Description of the battles over control of state legislatures.

Presents a table showing control of the governors' offices and legislative bodies by Republican Party and Democratic Party in states before and after the 2000 election in the United States. Prospects for changes in election districts.

Looks at the tensions between legislators and governors of the Republican Party of the United States (U.S.) in relations to the 2000 U.S. election. Reasons behind the importance of the 2000 presidential race to the Republican Party; Contrast between Republican governors and legislators according to David Winston's article in `Policy Review'; Factors contributing to the dichotomy between governors and lawmakers.

Offers a look at the races for governor in the United States as of March 11, 2000. Race to replace Democratic Governor Thomas R. Carper in Delaware; Challengers of Democratic Governor Frank O'Bannon in Indiana; Bob Holden as the Democratic candidate in Missouri.

Profiles Texas Governor George W. Bush. Pragmatism as governing style of George W. Bush; Loyalty to family; Comparison with his father, former United States President George Bush.

Stresses the importance of the Republican governors' role in strengthening their party's 1996 campaign efforts. Potential vice presidential candidates; Efforts to unify the party; Factors boosting the influence of Republican governors.

A photograph of Wisconsin governor Scott Walker during the Road to Majority Conference in June 2015 is presented.

The article reports that Ohio Governor Bob Taft was found guilty of misdemeanor charges for failing to disclose the free golf outings he received in 2005. Among the other gifts he received include hair-care products and coupons for ice cream. The most expensive gift given to the governor was eight tickets to seven Ohio State University football games.

Presents information on the political landscape of the U.S. based on "The 2006 Almanac of American Politics." Governors who have appeared as contestants in the television program "The Dating Game"; Participation of Texas Republican Congressman Pete Sessions in a college streaking event; Former occupations of several Georgia congressmen.

Focuses on the effects of the decision of Arizona Governor Janet Napolitano to remain as the lowest-paid official on her Republican contenders in the state. Challenges in recruiting Republicans to challenge Napolitano in the 2006 gubernatorial elections; Annual salary of Napolitano; Expected role of State Representative J. D. Hayworth in the elections.

Reports on the plan of California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger to cancel his consulting contract with American Media, publisher of fitness and bodybuilding magazines. Factors that influenced Schwarzenegger to cancel the contract; Effects of conflict-of-interest issue on the governor's relationship with the publisher.

Reports on the endorsement of the candidacy of former Vermont Governor Howard Dean for the chairmanship of the Democratic National Committee (DNC) by the Association of State Democratic Chairs. Personality traits of Dean which formed the basis of his endorsement; Challenge to be faced by Dean when he becomes chairman, according to DNC member Harold Ickes; List of Democratic governors who expressed worries about the election of Dean as DNC chairman.

Focuses on the misconduct of several U.S. state governors which ended their political career as of August 2004. Corruption charges filed against the governors; Scandal affair involving New Jersey Governor Jim McGreevey; Role maternal affinity in the demise of political career of women governors Jane Swift of Massachusetts and Judy Martz of Montana; Details of romantic links between governors and their staff.

Discusses the governorships of Democrats James McGreevey and Mark Warner in New Jersey and Virginia respectively. Information on the performance of Warner in Richmond metropolitan area; Description of the number of votes for McGreevey from various counties; Different approaches of the two Democrats to social issues.

Presents updates related to the United States politics and government as of August 11, 2001. Overview of the party dispute between Democratic and Republican governors regarding how President George W. Bush responds to the needs of each state; Career of Neil Oxman, a former Democratic strategist, as a caddie on the Senior Professional Golf Tour; Decision of Michael Skupin, a former contestant of the `Survivor' television program, to reject the notion of running for election.

Focuses on the status of Republican gubernatorial candidates in the United States. Gubernatorial advantage of Democrats over Republicans in 1994; Loss of Republican gubernatorial candidates in 1998; Names of gubernatorial candidates appointed by the parties.

The article presents results of a poll regarding U.S. Governors belonging to the U.S. Republican Party who will lose their seat in upcoming elections. It presents views of Americans on governors including Rick Scott, Rick Snyder and Scott Walker. It also presents two lists of politicians belonging to the U.S. Democratic Party and the Republican Party including Jill Alper, John Anzalone and Dan Allen.

The article discusses the position of Democrats running for Governor in the Affordable Care Act in the U.S. in 2014. Topics covered include the support of politicians for Obamacare, focus of the law on Medicaid expansion and importance of Medicaid to governors. Also mentioned are the plans of some Democrats to criticize Republican politicians for not expanding Medicaid. Also mentioned is the estimated number of U.S. people who fall within the Medicaid eligibility gap.

The article presents a list of the 15 U.S. governorships and examines each, which include Governors Tom Corbett of Pennsylvania, Paul LePage of Maine and Rick Scott of Florida.

The article comments on the economic recovery of Florida in 2014. Topics covered include the decline in unemployment rate, battle between Republican governors and U.S. President Barack Obama, comments on U.S. economy. Also mentioned are the efforts to promote state leadership in the U.S. and election of Republic governors in states.

The article comments that U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Kathleen Sebelius is the right one for the position. It indicates that the Supreme Court 2012 decision that the expansion of Medicaid programs could not be mandatory made Sebelius the top negotiator with U.S. states contemplating whether to expand Medicaid services. The article also observes that Sebelius kept an open-door policy for governors and tried behind-the-scene negotiations rather than laying out strict rules.

The article features two-term Maryland Democratic Governor Martin O'Malley, former chairman of the Democratic Governors' Association (DGA). It observes that the data-driven, technocratic governor, a potential 2016 presidential candidate for the Democratic party, does not fit neatly drawn stereotypes and that his biggest challenge is that he is espousing for an activist government. The article also mentions that Maryland is one of the first states to set up health care exchanges mandated by law.

The article features Maryland Democratic Governor Martin O'Malley, composer, lyricist and guitar rocker as well as former Mayor of Baltimore and a potential presidential candidate in the 2016 U.S. election. He has steadily rose in national politics as a supporter of presidential candidate Hillary Clinton and later U.S. President Barack Obama in 2008 and as spokesman for his party in the 2012 election. The article also offers a narrative of his life story and his political career.

The article discusses how the widening gap in policy-making are recasting the role of U.S. governors. According to the author, governors from both political parties regularly shared ideas during the 1990s. The author explains that governors are now mostly shaping policy and pursuing programs that reflect the national agenda of their parties. Gun control, abortion and gay-marriage are some of issues facing state executives.

The article discusses the prospects of Virginia Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli as a candidate for state governor. Cuccinelli, a member of the Republican Party, is known for his criticism of climate change. His objections to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) climate rules are described in his book "The Last Line of Defense: The New Fight for American Liberty." Ways in which Cuccinelli's crusade against climate change may resonate with conservatives are cited.

The article explains why businesses stand to lose out should U.S. Republican governors continue their opposition to Medicaid's expansion. It says that without Medicaid expansion, companies with low-wage workers such as retail stores and restaurant franchises will have to pay a large percentage of the employee's salary. It adds that even if there are options for avoiding the mandate altogether, they are options with costs that businesses will not have to pay in a state where Medicaid pays more.

The article demonstrates that governors in the U.S. are subject to the same partisan tides as members of the U.S. House and Senate. It reveals that a Democratic state might elect a Republican governor to serve as a check on a Democratic legislature, while a Republican state might elect a Democratic governor if he shows some distance between himself and the national party. Few races for executive officers followed partisan voting patterns during the 2012 elections.

The article reports on the political developments in the U.S., particularly on the impending Presidential election in November 2012. It cites the move by Republican nominee Mitt Romney to distance himself from unpopular governors like Florida's Rick Scott, John Kasich of Ohio, and Wisconsin's Scott Walker. The opinion of Democratic strategist Kyra Jennings on the developments is also cited.

The article discusses why many governors are elected as president of the U.S. According to the author, the presidential success of many governors are due to the difference in the way voters perceive gubernatorial candidates and candidates for federal office, and to the voters' ability to see the immediate results of the agenda of a governor. A governor is more likely to be associated with a local issue instead of national issues.

The article discusses a division among Republican and Democratic governors on actions to be taken to address Medicaid costs in the U.S. in 2011. The issue is said to be aggravated by the 2010 health care reform which mandates a significant expansion in Medicaid coverage. Block grants were not supported by Democratic governors. Some of the Democrats reportedly prefer more cost-sharing to discourage excessive use of the health care system.

The article discusses the challenges being faced by the Democratic Party in the U.S. The Democratic Party is in danger of losing 80 House seats to the Republican Party. Aside from the federal races, Democrats are also facing the possibility of losing their majority in governorship. Because the Republicans could gain control of many statehouse chambers, they could have more power in congressional and state legislative redistricting in 2011.

The article presents the results of an opinion poll on whether Florida Republican Governor Charlie Crist's winnability for a Senate seat would be improved if he runs as an independent candidate. Results showed that 68% of Democrat respondents claimed that Crist will benefit from running as an independent. For Republican respondents, only 37% said that it will be better for him to run as independent.

The article discusses the challenges faced by U.S. Governors who seek re-election in the national election in 2010. It reports that the political leaders had to cut funding to close budget gaps which irritated their key constituencies who voted them into office. In this regard, the author mentions that they generally have been more reluctant to raise fees or taxes because they are conscious that doing so would open them to attacks from their challengers.

The article explores the views of several former governors who are now serving in the U.S. Congress on the difference between being a governor and being a legislator. According to Republican Senator James Risch of Idaho, he is more of a free agent as a U.S. senator. Republican Senator Lamar Alexander of Tennessee claims that there is a great opportunity in Congress. On the other hand, some senators, including Democrat Senator Thomas Carper of Delaware, prefer being a governor.

The article explores the similarities between the political stakes that go along with the dilemma faced by California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty to balance the budgets of their states. It is noted that many governors and state legislatures are struggling with various problems due to the legal requirements to balance the budget. According to consultant Richard Temple, U.S. gubernatorial candidates will have to have an opinion on solving real problems.

This article presents the results of a survey of Democrats and Republicans about their views on some political issues in the U.S. in 2009. They were asked to assess whether former Vice President Dick Cheney helped or hurt the Republican Party since leaving office. They also identified governors who have the brightest political future.

The article focuses on the political challenges being faced governors Deval Patrick of Massachusetts, Jon Corzine of New Jersey and David Paterson of New York amid recession in 2009. The three governors are reportedly suffering from having failed to meet high expectations besides their problems for their state budgets. According to the Siena Research Institute poll on March 23, Paterson only received 19% of positive job-approval rating. Corzine It notes that Patrick has been criticized for appointments that appear to be cronyism.

The article reports on several controversial appointments made by the governors of five U.S. states. to fill Senate seats. They include Rod Blagojevich of Illinois, who successfully appointed Roland Burris before he was removed from office. Another is Bill Ritter of Colorado, who chose Denver Schools Superintendent Michael Bennet. On the other hand, John Lynch of New Hampshire intended to appoint a Republican placeholder to the seat of Commerce Secretary-designate Judd Gregg.

The article focuses on the diminishing power of the U.S. Republican Party as of January 2009. It notes the opposing views of Republican governors on the Democratic agenda. Former Republican Senator Spencer Abraham and lobbyist Cesar Conda are proposing the creation of a small working group of economists and public policy experts to brainstorm ideas to help their party reconnect with middle-class citizens. Republican Representative Paul Ryan stresses the need of the party for time to regroup and redefine itself after losing the White House.

The article reports on the plan of West Virginia Democratic Governor Joe Manchin to serve the full four-year term if he wins the re-election. The politician is said to be facing token opposition in his re-election bid. Manchin stated that he would not appoint himself to the Senate if Democratic Senator Robert Byrd cannot complete his current term due to poor health condition. Manchin cited that he refused to speculate on the possible successor to Byrd.

The article reports on the decision of U.S. Lieutenant Governor Steve Pence to endorse former Representative Anne Northrup, opponent of Kentucky Governor Ernie Fletcher, for the Republican nomination. Pence claimed that Fletcher is not suitable for reelection due to his involvement in a state hiring controversy. Republican Senator Jim Bunning also supported Northrup. It cites the indictment of Fletcher on misdeameanor charges in relation to his administration recruitment practices.

The article reports on the plan of former Oregon Governor John Kitzhaber to consider running in 2006. According to the former governor, excessive partisanship had made the state unmanageable. Kitzhaber asserted that being governor again might help him renew the debate over health care of the state. The candidacy of Kitzhaber would overturn the Democratic gubernatorial race which was considered an easy victory for Governor Ted Kulongoski.