running mate - n. the person who runs with someone in an election (such as an election to choose a new president) and who is given the less important position (such as vice president) if they are elected

minimum - adj. the lowest number or amount that is possible or permitted

gubernatorial - adj. of or relating to the governor of a U.S. state or to the position of governor

concede - v. to admit that you have been defeated and stop trying to win

stage - n. a raised platform in a theater, auditorium, etc., where the performers stand