Jean King
Lieutenant Governor of Hawaii
Born
1925
100 years ago
Died
November 24th, 2013
11 years ago — 88 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 6th Lieutenant Governor of Hawaii from 1978 to 1986. Contributed to public policy and governance in the state, focusing on education and economic development. Held various positions within the Hawaiian government and played a role in advancing issues relevant to citizens of Hawaii. Engaged in political activities that shaped local governance during tenure.
Served as Lieutenant Governor of Hawaii
Advanced education policies in Hawaii
Focused on economic development initiatives
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