what/who is involved in running for governor?

Question

I am doing research for a screenplay. A ficticious story about a bi sexual man running for governor- (of what state I havent decided) Could this person be a local politician-senator and what would he have to do to run?

Answer 1

It will depend somewhat on the state that you choose.

As a general principle, the majority of the states elect governors as part of the general election in November of an even-numbered year (some in the Presidential election year and some in the "off"year). As with all other races on the ballot, certain parties are considered to be "established" parties. In all states, this includes the Democratic and Republican. In most states, it also includes "third" parties that got a certain percentage of the votes. Established parties are automatically on the ballot and their candidate selection process is governed by state law.

If your fictional character is running in an established party, in most states, he will be required to file for that party's primary. Depending on the state, this requirement will typically involve a nominal filing fee (nominal in the sense of being only a fraction of a percent of the total cost of the race). In some states, there may also be a petition requirement. In other states (mainly in the Northeast), there is also the complicating fact of state party conventions. In convention states, candidates who get the support of a certain percentage of delegates are automatically on the ballot but other candidates have to file petitions.

For candidates running as independents or on the ticket of non-established/"new" parties, there is typically a petition process to get on the general election ballot.

For more details, I would suggest going to the websites of several state election authorities (typically either the secretary of state or an election board). Many of them include information about how to file as a candidate for office. They should be helpful in getting background research. It might also help to be vague as to the state. It will allow you mix and match some of the details without getting criticized for any major inaccuracies in a particular states procedures or issues.

As far as the background, most candidates for governor fall into one of several categories -- big city mayor, lower-ranked state official (e.g. lieutenant governor, secretary of state, attorney general), U.S. Representative, owner of a major business, or celebrity. Sometimes a leading State Senator or State Representative may run but they typically run for a lesser state-wide office first.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

he would probably already have to hold some political position (or just have starred in some action movies and have a cool accent). Unfortunately, he would have to be rich, or have friends in high places so he could have a good campaign. That's pretty much it. Have fun! it sounds... interesting... haha

Answer 4

Tennessee! Oh, have them run for POTUS!