But in recent years, two governors stepped down unexpectedly.
The shuttlebay hatch opened, and the governor stepped through, holding the remote before him like a weapon.
Once the problem is resolved, the governor can step in to take his share of the credit.
And the governors of the states stepped into the breach to again forestall the worst of the consequences.
So on Tuesday, the mayor and governor stepped up.
The governor stepped closer to the van.
The governor stepped closer and focused on the license plate.
"Usually some clemency board, or the governor or someone, will step in."
The governor stepped aside, and beckoned the officer away.
The governor squared his shoulders and stepped toward her.