Former North Carolina Governor James B. Hunt Jr. dies at 88
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Former North Carolina Governor James B. Hunt Jr., a four-term governor and longtime advocate for education and economic development, has died, according to statements from his family and state officials. Hunt’s death was announced on Thursday by his family and state leaders.
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Four-term North Carolina Democratic Gov. Jim Hunt, a major figure in late 20th-century state politics, has died at 88. His daughter, Lt. Gov. Rachel Hunt, announced his passing on Thursday. Hunt was known as a pioneer "education governor," serving 16 years as North Carolina transitioned to a high-te…
Former Gov. Jim Hunt, who transformed North Carolina education during his 16-year service, died at 88 with tributes pouring in from political leaders across the state.
Former North Carolina Governor James B. Hunt Jr., a four-term governor and longtime advocate for education and economic development, has died, according to statements from his family and state officials. Hunt’s death was announced on Thursday by his family and state leaders.
Four-term North Carolina Democratic Gov. Jim Hunt, a towering figure in North Carolina politics in the late 20th century who helped leaders from both major parties strive for public education reform, died Thursday at the age of 88, his daughter Lt. Gov. Rachel Hunt announced.