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Former Delaware Governor Mike Castle passed away at 86. A Republican moderate known for his balanced political views, he served in Congress from 1993 to 2011 and introduced the popular 50 State Quarters Program. Castle was recognized for his fiscal conservatism and social moderation, supporting issues like child nutrition programs and the No Child Left Behind education reform. He also established programs honoring presidents and national parks on dollar coins and quarters.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff