Kilmer: 'I can win New Mexico governorship'

Val Kilmer has claimed that he can win the governorship of his home state New Mexico.

The Heat actor, who revealed his interest in running for office last year, wants to become governor when Democrat Bill Richardson's second term ends next year.

Kilmer said: "I'm just looking for ways to be contributive. And if that ends up being where I can make a substantial contribution, then I'll run."

The 49-year-old said that he is confident of taking Richardson's seat in office: "What I do for a living is listen. If I run, I'm going to be the next governor."

Kilmer, who was born and raised in Los Angeles, has lived in New Mexico for the past 20 years.