A pragmatist who disliked being called a pragmatist, Bolger led the country through a tumultuous '90s and the first MMP government.

Jim Bolger, New Zealand’s prime minister for much of the 1990s, has died aged 90.

In a statement, his family said Bolger died peacefully on Wednesday surrounded by his nine children, 18 grandchildren and wife Joan.

It said over the period of his illness, Bolger and his family had greatly appreciated the support and companionship of so many friends near and far.

  • BalpeenHammer@lemmy.nz
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    2 months ago

    90 is a ripe old age and he lead an eventful and notable life. Can’t really ask for much more than an impactful long life.