Arnold Schwarzenegger, the future governor of California who was elected in a referendum on Tuesday, says he will cooperate with Gray Davis, the ousted governor, to ensure a smooth transition of power from the old governor to the new one. The new governor of California will officially begin his duties in mid-November. Mr. Schwarzenegger, an Austrian immigrant whose previous career was as an athlete and bodybuilder before acting, received about 50 percent of the votes from residents of California, the most populous state in the U.S. In America, one in seven Americans lives in California. Mr. Schwarzenegger states that his administration will study to accurately identify the state's budget deficit. Nevertheless, the future governor of California says he will remain true to his word and will not increase taxes.
Arnold Schwarzenegger Will Remain True to His Word and Will Not Increase Taxes - 2003-10-09
Arnold Schwarzenegger has been elected as the new governor of California and plans to work with the previous governor, Gray Davis, for a smooth transition. He promises not to raise taxes and will assess the state's budget deficit. This election is significant as California is the most populous state in the U.S.
👥 Key Players
📰 What Happened
Arnold Schwarzenegger has been elected as the new governor of California and plans to work with the previous governor, Gray Davis, for a smooth transition. He promises not to raise taxes and will assess the state's budget deficit.
- Schwarzenegger received about 50% of the votes in the election.
- California is the most populous state in the U.S., with one in seven Americans living there.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
California's political climate has been volatile, with budget deficits prompting significant public discontent. Schwarzenegger's celebrity status and promises of no new taxes appeal to voters seeking change.
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