Conversation so far:
When did Edwin first become governor?
He was inaugurated as governor on May 9.
What did he do as a governor?
One of his first acts was to call for a constitutional convention.
What type of constitutional convention?
to overhaul Louisiana's bulky charter.
What other things did he do as governor?
Edwards developed a reputation for being one of the most colorful and flamboyant politicians in the history of a state.

Question: How did he get this reputation?
Self-contained rewrite: How did Edwin Edwards get his reputation as colorful and flamboyant?