Josh Stein beats Mark Robinson in North Carolina governor’s race

Democrat becomes first Jewish governor in state history after defeating controversial Republican candidate

North Carolina voters have once again given its governor's mansion to a Democrat, electing the attorney general, Josh Stein, over the embattled lieutenant governor, Mark Robinson, in a race defined by the extreme rhetoric and controversies surrounding the Republican candidate.

Stein's victory gives North Carolina its first Jewish governor. It also marks a repudiation of Robinson, the divisive figure who drew attention for stunning public comments about women, the LGBTQ+ community and racial minorities both before and during his time in office, Stein said.

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