Roy Cooper: Governor of North Carolina
Governor Cooper's Background
Roy Asberry Cooper III is an American attorney and politician serving as the 75th governor of North Carolina since 2017. Born on June 13, 1957, in Nashville, North Carolina, Cooper obtained a law degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Political Career
Prior to his role as governor, Cooper served as North Carolina's Attorney General from 2001 to 2017. During his time as Attorney General, he focused on environmental protection, consumer advocacy, and criminal justice reform.
Governor Cooper's Accomplishments
Governor Cooper has made significant contributions to North Carolina, including:
- Negotiating and signing landmark energy legislation that requires North Carolina utilities to reduce power generation carbon emissions by 70% by 2030.
- Expanding access to healthcare through Medicaid expansion and the creation of the state's health insurance exchange.
- Investing in education and workforce development initiatives to improve economic opportunities for North Carolinians.
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