Governor of San Luis Potosí facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Governor of San Luis Potosí |
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 Ricardo Gallardo Cardona since September 26, 2021 |
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| Term length | Six years, non-renewable. |
The governor of San Luis Potosí is like the main leader or president for the Mexican state of San Luis Potosí. They are in charge of the state's government, making sure laws are followed and services run smoothly. Their official title is quite long: Gobernador Constitucional del Estado Libre y Soberano de San Luis Potosí, which means 'Constitutional Governor of the Free and Sovereign State of San Luis Potosí'.
People in San Luis Potosí vote to choose their governor. Once elected, the governor serves for six years and cannot be chosen again right away. Their term starts on September 26th and ends on September 25th, six years later.
San Luis Potosí became a state in 1824. It was one of the first states to join the Mexican federation. This means it has been around through many changes in Mexico's government. Sometimes, the leader's title was different, like when it was called a "Department".
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What Does a Governor Do?
The governor is the head of the executive branch in the state. This means they are responsible for putting laws into action and managing the state's daily operations. Think of them as the CEO of the state.
Their job includes many important tasks. They oversee public services like schools, hospitals, and roads. They also work to improve the economy and keep people safe. The governor represents San Luis Potosí when dealing with other states or the national government of Mexico.
How Governors Are Chosen
Governors in San Luis Potosí are chosen through a democratic election. This means citizens who are old enough get to vote for the person they want to lead their state. The person who gets the most votes wins the election.
Once elected, a governor serves a single term of six years. This rule helps ensure that new leaders and ideas can come into power regularly. It also means the governor focuses on their work without worrying about immediate re-election.
A Look at Past Governors
San Luis Potosí has had many governors since it became a state in 1824. These leaders have guided the state through different times in history. Some served full terms, while others were temporary leaders.
Here are some of the recent governors who have led San Luis Potosí:
- Jesús Marcelo de los Santos Fraga (2003-2009)
- Fernando Toranzo Fernández (2009-2015)
- Juan Manuel Carreras (2015-2021)
- Ricardo Gallardo Cardona (2021-present)
These governors have each played a part in shaping the state. They worked on different projects and faced various challenges during their time in office.
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Ricardo Gallardo Cardona, the current Governor of San Luis Potosí.
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