What are the terms for U.S. governors?
From the National Governors Association: “With the exception of New Hampshire and Vermont which retain a two year term, all states, commonwealths and territories provide for four year terms for governors. In all states, except Virginia, governors in their first term may run for re-election. In thirty-eight states, commonwealths and territories, governors may not serve more than two consecutive terms. While it is possible for governors in more than half of these term-limited states to run for the office again after a hiatus, it is very unusual for them to do so.” What is a “midterm election”? A “midterm election” is a vote that takes place halfway within the term of a chief executive. For example, the national elections this November are taking place midway through George W. Bush’s second term as president. What offices are typically decided in midterm elections? All 435 seats in the U.S. House of Representatives are up for election, as well as one-third of the Senate — 33 seats this y
