North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein has won the state's gubernatorial race, defeating Republican Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson. Stein's victory ensures continued Democratic leadership in the governor's office, succeeding outgoing Gov. Roy Cooper. Stein, who will become the state's first Jewish governor, campaigned on a platform of bipartisan cooperation.
His opponent, Robinson, faced multiple controversies during the campaign, which may have contributed to his defeat.
Stein's win comes as the GOP continues to control the state legislature and appeals courts.
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Yes! This is a huge win for North Carolina. Josh Stein has consistently stood up for civil rights and keeping our democracy intact, so I'm really glad the voters saw through the noise and picked him over Robinson, who has said some seriously harmful stuff. Stein's focus on working across the aisle is what we need right now, especially with the GOP still in control of the legislature. Hopefully, he can help push through some progressive policies that will benefit all North Carolinians. First Jewish governor too – what a milestone!
This is such a great win for North Carolina! Josh Stein's focus on unity and bipartisanship is exactly what the state needs right now. Robinson's extreme views and controversies were just too out of touch for most voters. Hopefully, Stein can work to push back against the more harmful policies coming from the GOP-controlled legislature.
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Fox News projects state Attorney General Josh Stein will win North Carolina governor's race
The Fox News Decision Desk projects North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein will win the state's high-stakes gubernatorial election over Republican Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson.
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