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What Public Schools Could Learn From Fred Smith The FedEx founder gave the Postal Service the competition it needed to become better at its job. By Jason L. Riley Resize ...

Fred Smith, founder of FedEx, passed away on June 21 at the age of 80. Smith's family released a statement highlighting his impact on global commerce, public policy, film, and philanthropy.

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A version of this article appears in print on June 24, 2025, Section A, Page 1 of the New York edition with the headline: Fred Smith, FedEx Founder Who Transformed Shipping, Dies at 80.