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flag Jim Hunt, North Carolina’s longest-serving governor and education reform leader, died at 88.

flag Jim Hunt, North Carolina’s longest-serving governor and a national leader in education reform, has died at 88. flag He served four non-consecutive terms from 1977 to 2001, championing initiatives like Smart Start, full-day kindergarten, and higher teacher pay, which helped shift the state’s economy toward technology. flag Born in 1937, Hunt rose from a farm upbringing to become a transformative figure in state politics, known for pragmatic leadership and lifelong commitment to public service. flag His daughter, Lt. Gov. flag Rachel Hunt, announced his passing, with tributes from current and former leaders praising his enduring impact on education and economic development.

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