Ralph Klein

Ralph Klein was a Canadian politician who served as the Premier of Alberta from 1992 to 2006. Known for his straightforward style and focus on fiscal responsibility, he reduced provincial debt and cut public spending while maintaining economic growth fueled by Alberta’s oil and gas industry. Before politics, Klein was a journalist and a mayor of Calgary. His leadership was characterized by a pragmatic approach to government and a commitment to balancing budgets, which earned both praise for fiscal discipline and criticism for social service cuts. He remains a notable figure in Alberta’s political history.