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governor

[guhv-er-ner, ‑uh-ner] / ˈgʌv ər nər, ‑ə nər /


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California previously gave rise to actor-turned-president Ronald Reagan and action star-turned-state governor Arnold Schwarzenegger.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Most estimated that the runoff candidates for California governor and L.A. mayor are unlikely to be confirmed until Wednesday or Thursday, though there are several factors that could stretch that process out even longer.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

Xavier Becerra’s campaign for California governor appeared doomed just two months ago.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

The remarks, Powell’s first since he moved from Fed chair back to governor one week ago, hint at why he stayed on the board rather than leave public life as departing chairs traditionally do.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Rukia had so much information on the first woman governor and senators from the encyclopedia, she couldn’t stop talking.

From "P.S. Be Eleven" by Rita Williams-Garcia




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