George Ariyoshi, Hawaii’s longest-serving governor and first Asian-American to hold the post, died at 100. He aimed to diversify Hawaii’s economy.
George Ryoichi Ariyoshi, Hawaii's three-term governor, has died peacefully at age 100. He has been recognized for his efforts to diversify Hawaii's economy and manage population growth during his leadership from 1974 to 1986. His legacy as a trailblazer endures.