"Every single child in this state deserves the opportunity to be successful."
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About Bev Perdue
Bev Perdue is an American businesswoman and politician who served as the 73rd Governor of North Carolina from 2009 to 2013. She was the first female governor of the state and prior to that, she served as the Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina. Perdue focused on education, healthcare, and job creation during her time in office. Before her political career, she worked as a public school teacher and ran a consulting firm. Perdue continues to be involved in various charitable and educational initiatives.
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