First Asian American US Governor Dies at 100
Summary
George R. Ariyoshi, the first Asian American governor in the United States and former Hawaii governor, died at 100 years old. He served as Hawaii’s governor from 1973 to 1986 and was known for his leadership during a time of growth in the state.Key Facts
- George R. Ariyoshi was the first Asian American governor in the U.S.
- He served as Hawaii’s governor for three terms, from 1973 to 1986.
- Ariyoshi first became lieutenant governor in 1970 and became acting governor in 1972.
- Hawaii now has a two-term limit for governors, which did not limit Ariyoshi.
- He was born in 1926 in Honolulu to Japanese immigrant parents.
- Ariyoshi served in the U.S. Army military intelligence in Japan after World War II.
- He earned degrees from Michigan State University and the University of Michigan Law School.
- His time as governor included managing Hawaii’s rapid growth as a tourist destination.
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