Ralph Klein
Politician and 12th Premier of Alberta
Born
November 1st, 1942
83 years ago
Died
March 29th, 2013
12 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Canada
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Served as the 12th Premier of Alberta from 1992 to 2006. Held the position of Mayor of Calgary from 1980 to 1989. Klein's leadership included significant tax cuts and the promotion of a range of economic initiatives. Oversaw Alberta's recovery from the 1990s economic downturn and led the province through a period of considerable fiscal surplus.
Served as 12th Premier of Alberta
Was Mayor of Calgary
Implemented significant tax cuts
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