Remembering Governor George Ariyoshi: Hawaii's Longest-Serving Governor and Trailblazer
Former Hawaii Governor George Ariyoshi has passed away, as confirmed by his wife Jean. He passed away on Sunday night surrounded by his family. George Ariyoshi served as Hawaii's governor from 1974 to 1986, making him the state's longest-serving governor and the first Japanese-American elected governor in the U.S. His campaign slogan, "The Issue is Integrity. The Answer is Ariyoshi," resonated with supporters across the state. Governor Ariyoshi recently celebrated his 100th birthday and was the oldest living governor in the country. His dedication to building a better future for Hawaii and its people will be remembered.