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“[On what bugged him] A fine city with too many socialists and mosquitoes. At least you can spray the mosquitoes.”

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Ralph Klein
Ralph Klein

Ralph Klein, born on November 1, 1942, was a prominent political leader from Calgary, Alberta, Canada. He served as the Premier of Alberta from 1982 to 2010, during which he led the province through significant economic growth and social reforms. more

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