Douglas Murray | |
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Leader of the New Democratic Party of Prince Edward Island | |
In office 1981–1982 | |
Preceded by | Doreen Sark (interim) |
Succeeded by | David Burke (interim) |
Personal details | |
Political party | New Democratic Party |
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