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Charlie Baker

Governor of Massachusetts

Charlie Baker is an American businessman and politician who served as the 72nd governor of Massachusetts from 2015 to 2023. Known for his pragmatic and collaborative approach to governance, Baker, a member of the Republican Party, established a reputation for bipartisan leadership throughout his political career. Prior to his tenure as governor, he was a healthcare executive in Boston and served in the administrations of Massachusetts governors William Weld and Paul Cellucci. His leadership, characterized by fiscal prudence and social progressiveness, earned acclaim even in a state predominantly dominated by Democrats.