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José 'Pepe' Mujica, the World’s Humblest President, Dies at 89 After Pioneering Progressive Reforms in Uruguay

José 'Pepe' Mujica, the World’s Humblest President, Dies at 89 After Pioneering Progressive Reforms in Uruguay

José 'Pepe' Mujica, Uruguay's humble former president who legalized marijuana, abortion, and same-sex marriage while donating 90% of his salary to charity, died at 89 on May 13, 2025, leaving a legacy of integrity and progressive reform.