Democrats are seeking to change the rules for recall elections, with voters having a say through Prop 5. A notable recall election took place in 2003, involving then-Gov. Gray Davis. Sacramento State political science professor Kim Nalder recalls a conversation at a gym that year, where people discussed the possibility of Arnold Schwarzenegger becoming governor.

The conversation centered around the idea of having a well-known figure in the role, rather than policy issues. Schwarzenegger ultimately won the election, replacing Davis.

Further details about the recall election and the proposed changes to the rules are available from the source.