1985 New Brunswick Liberal Association leadership election

1985 New Brunswick Liberal Association leadership election
DateMay 4, 1985
ConventionMoncton
Resigning leaderDoug Young
Won byFrank McKenna
Ballots1
Candidates2
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The New Brunswick Liberal Association held a leadership election in 1985 to replace former leader Doug Young, the elected leader would face four-term premier Richard Hatfield in an election expected in 1986. Frank McKenna defeated legislative veteran Ray Frenette, who had served as the party's interim leader until early 1985.[1]

  1. ^ Julian Beltrame. "Rookie to lead N.B. Grits; Delegates stunned by loser's attack," Southam News, May 6, 1985.