Josh Stein was inaugurated as North Carolina's new Democratic governor, succeeding Roy Cooper.
The oath was administered by Supreme Court Chief Justice Paul Newby during a ceremony attended by family, friends, and state officials.
Stein emphasized the need for bipartisanship and overcoming division in his leadership speech, highlighting priorities for North Carolina.
He aims to boost the economy, improve public schools, and address recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene's flooding.
This transition marks a continuation of Democratic leadership in North Carolina, with Democrats winning eight of the last nine gubernatorial elections.
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