1985 New Brunswick Liberal Association leadership election

none September 2023 New Brunswick Liberal Association NB Liberal 1985 May 4, 1985 Moncton Frank McKenna 1 Doug Young 2 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.Julian Beltrame. "Rookie to lead N.B. Grits; Delegates stunned by loser's attack," Southam News, May 6, 1985. Candidates Ray Frenette, MLA since 1974 and interim leader from 1982 to 1985. Frank McKenna, MLA since 1982. Results 1985 Liberal leadership convention resultsMay 4, 1985CandidateVotes% Frank McKenna 1,901 69.2 Ray Frenette 847 31.8 References New Brunswick Liberal Association leadership election Liberal Association leadership election Category:New Brunswick Liberal Association Leadership elections New Brunswick Liberal Association leadership election New Brunswick Liberal Association leadership election