Quote Originally Posted by bovi
You can destroy the government, but he'll stay until he dies (or until you create a new gov4, I think, at which point a new one is put in charge). You may want to keep someone close to take over the leadership if you choose to overthrow his government.
Apologies for my constant questioning, but what happens should there be a rebellion with the governor being kicked out? Can he be moved back in?

I like the idea of the system. It makes allied provinces far more distinct.