Ralph Klein was a Canadian politician who served as the 12th Premier of Alberta from 1992 to 2006. He was a member of the Progressive Conservative Party and was known for his charismatic personality and strong leadership style. Klein focused on reducing the provincial debt and implementing fiscal reforms during his time in office. Before entering politics, Klein was a successful journalist and television broadcaster. He began his political career as the mayor of Calgary from 1980 to 1989. Klein's tenure as Premier was marked by significant economic growth in Alberta, largely due to rising oil prices and resource development.