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Jay Rockefeller, former governor of West Virginia and U.S. senator, passed away at 89. He dedicated decades to public service, focusing on infrastructure and health care for low-income families. Rockefeller, a member of a prominent family, shifted from Republican to Democrat, becoming a significant political figure in West Virginia. He served as governor for two terms and then as a senator for 30 years, advocating for consumer rights and veterans' issues. His legacy includes the Children's Health Insurance Program and a commitment to improving the state's infrastructure.