Jim Hunt, North Carolina's Transformative Leader, Passes Away
Update: 2025-12-18
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Former North Carolina Governor Jim Hunt, a dedicated public servant and champion of community strengthening, has passed away at 88. His daughter, Lieutenant Governor Rachel Hunt, shared the news, praising his commitment to expanding opportunities for all North Carolinians. Hunt served four terms as governor, with notable achievements including founding Smart Start, raising teacher pay, protecting air quality, and establishing the North Carolina Biotech Center. Current Governor Josh Stein honored Hunt as a mentor and transformative leader, whose legacy will be remembered for generations.
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