Cole for L. G.

During his trip to Springfield last week, Mayor Cole met with State Sen. Kirk Dillard, who has already thrown his hat into the ring for governor in 2012. Cole hasn't announced what office he would seek, though, as the articles point out Lieutenant Governor is a good fit as he doesn't have the legal experience for attorney general, the financial background for treasurer or controller, or the statewide name recognition for governor or secretary of state.