A Rapid City gun shop owner believes state Sen. Bill Napoli should run for governor in 2010.

The outspoken Republican, who announced earlier that he will not seek re-election to the Legislature, may be interested.

Businessman Jack First has put a petition in his shop, urging people to sign if they want Napoli to run for governor.

Ten people had signed by Wednesday, and $10,000 in pledges were made.

First says Napoli would make a good governor because he says exactly what he means - without beating around the bush.

Napoli is flattered and says he would consider the race if he gets enough support.