Joshua Harold Stein (born September 13, 1966) [1] is an American lawyer and politician who has served as the 76th governor of North Carolina since 2025. A member of the Democratic Party, Stein served from 2017 to 2025 as the 51st attorney general of North Carolina and from 2009 to 2016 in the North Carolina Senate.

As Governor, Stein’s focus will be on creating a safer, stronger North Carolina. He will bring people together to help western North Carolina recover from Hurricane Helene, create economic opportunity for all North Carolinians, invest in public schools, and keep people safe.

Sep 23, 2024 · Stein, who has a lengthy political career in North Carolina, would be the state's first Jewish governor if elected. Here's what to know about him.

Jan 1, 2025 · Today in the Old Senate Chambers at the historic Capitol in downtown Raleigh, Josh Stein took the oath of office to become North Carolina’s 76th Governor. Joined by his wife Anna and family, Stein swore to support the Constitution and laws of the United States and North Carolina and to faithfully perform the duties of the office of governor.

We are a great state. I’m running for Governor to help us build a better and brighter future. As Attorney General, I have fought for the people of North Carolina for safer communities, stronger schools, healthier families, and personal freedom. And that’s what I’ll do as Governor.

Nov 6, 2024 · Democrat Josh Stein was elected governor of North Carolina on Tuesday in a landslide, and is poised to become the state’s first Jewish governor and one of six Jewish state executives when...

Recovering smarter, safer, and stronger after Hurricane Helene ripped through western North Carolina has to be job one. We’ll also be focused on strengthening our public schools, improving our economy, and making neighborhoods as safe as possible.

Nov 6, 2024 · Tonight, Attorney General and Democratic nominee for Governor Josh Stein released the following statement after being elected as North Carolina’s next Governor: “Tonight, North Carolinians resoundingly embraced a vision …

Nov 7, 2024 · Democrat Josh Stein is the governor-elect of North Carolina, and will take office in January. Here’s what to know about the incoming governor, who will replace outgoing Democratic Gov....

Joshua Harold Stein (born September 13, 1966) [1] [2] is an American lawyer and politician serving as the 76th governor of North Carolina since 2025. Before becoming governor, he was the 51st attorney general of North Carolina from 2017 to 2025 and in …