Alberta Liberal Party leadership election, 2011
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An election for the leadership of the Alberta Liberal Party
was held on September 10, 2011, which was caused by David Swann
's announcement on February 1, 2011, of is intention to resign as leader. The election is the party's second since the 2008 election. MLA Raj Sherman
was elected on the first ballot.
Because of the Progressive Conservative leadership election
, the PCs will have new leader on October 1, 2011. The media are speculating that the new PC leader, who will become Premier
, may call a snap election
rather than wait until 2013. In that event, the new Liberal leader would be called upon to lead the party into a general election
almost immediately.
Alberta Liberal Party
The Alberta Liberal Party is a provincial political party in Alberta, Canada. Originally founded in 1905, when the province was created, it was the dominant political party until 1921 when it was defeated. It has never been in government since that time...
was held on September 10, 2011, which was caused by David Swann
David Swann
David Swann, MLA is a medical doctor and Alberta Liberal Member of the Legislative Assembly for Calgary Mountain View. He was until recently the leader of the Alberta Liberal Party and Leader of the Opposition in the Alberta Legislature....
's announcement on February 1, 2011, of is intention to resign as leader. The election is the party's second since the 2008 election. MLA Raj Sherman
Raj Sherman
Raj Sherman is an Alberta politician and current Member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing the constituency of Edmonton-Meadowlark, formerly as a Progressive Conservative....
was elected on the first ballot.
Because of the Progressive Conservative leadership election
Progressive Conservative Association of Alberta leadership election, 2011
The Progressive Conservative Association of Alberta leadership election, 2011 was prompted by Ed Stelmach's announcement that he would not be seeking re-election in the 28th general election and therefore would be resigning as leader of the Progressive Conservatives...
, the PCs will have new leader on October 1, 2011. The media are speculating that the new PC leader, who will become Premier
Premier of Alberta
The Premier of Alberta is the first minister for the Canadian province of Alberta. He or she is the province's head of government and de facto chief executive. The current Premier of Alberta is Alison Redford. She became Premier by winning the Progressive Conservative leadership elections on...
, may call a snap election
Snap election
A snap election is an election called earlier than expected. Generally it refers to an election in a parliamentary system called when not required , usually to capitalize on a unique electoral opportunity or to decide a pressing issue...
rather than wait until 2013. In that event, the new Liberal leader would be called upon to lead the party into a general election
28th Alberta general election
The 28th general election in Alberta, Canada, will take place when the Premier formally advises the Lieutenant Governor to dissolve the Legislative Assembly....
almost immediately.
Timeline
- February 1: David SwannDavid SwannDavid Swann, MLA is a medical doctor and Alberta Liberal Member of the Legislative Assembly for Calgary Mountain View. He was until recently the leader of the Alberta Liberal Party and Leader of the Opposition in the Alberta Legislature....
announces his resignation - May 28–29: Liberal Party General Convention
- August 1: Close of nominations
- September 10: Polling and leadership announcement
Candidates
At the close of nominations, there were five candidates for leader:- Laurie BlakemanLaurie BlakemanLaurie Blakeman is a Canadian politician, who currently represents the electoral district of Edmonton Centre in the Legislative Assembly of Alberta...
, MLA - Bill Harvey
- Hugh MacDonaldHugh MacDonald (politician)Hugh MacDonald is a Canadian politician, who currently represents the electoral district of Edmonton-Gold Bar in the Legislative Assembly of Alberta. He is a member of the Alberta Liberal Party. On Sept...
, MLA - Bruce Payne, a Calgary businessman
- Raj ShermanRaj ShermanRaj Sherman is an Alberta politician and current Member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing the constituency of Edmonton-Meadowlark, formerly as a Progressive Conservative....
, MLA
Results
| Candidate | Votes | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Raj Sherman Raj Sherman Raj Sherman is an Alberta politician and current Member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing the constituency of Edmonton-Meadowlark, formerly as a Progressive Conservative.... |
4,684 | 54% |
| Hugh MacDonald Hugh MacDonald (politician) Hugh MacDonald is a Canadian politician, who currently represents the electoral district of Edmonton-Gold Bar in the Legislative Assembly of Alberta. He is a member of the Alberta Liberal Party. On Sept... |
2,239 | 26% |
| Laurie Blakeman Laurie Blakeman Laurie Blakeman is a Canadian politician, who currently represents the electoral district of Edmonton Centre in the Legislative Assembly of Alberta... |
854 | 9% |
| Bill Harvey | 626 | 7% |
| Bruce Payne | 197 | 2% |
| Total | 8,640 |