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Russell Doern

1935 – 1987

Canadian politician

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Lived 1935 – 1987 (aged 51). Russell Doern was a Canadian politician.

Russell John "Russ" Doern (October 20, 1935 – February 19, 1987) was a Manitoba politician. He served as a cabinet minister in the New Democratic government of Edward Schreyer (1969–1977), but left the New Democratic Party in 1984.

He was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, the son of Karl John Doern and Ruby Henne, and was educated there and at the University of Manitoba. In 1955, he came second in the shot put and discus at the Junior Canadian Track and Field Competitions. He taught English and history at high schools in Winnipeg from 1959 to 1966. In the early 1960s, Doern became involved in the province's New Democratic Party organization.

Doern was first elected to the Manitoba legislature in the provincial election of 1966, for the northeastern Winnipeg riding of Elmwood. using a gun he had borrowed from a friend a few days earlier. Doern had stopped taking anti-depressant medication by this time, and was by all accounts distraught by the fact that he had little chance to return to political life.

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Important facts

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Education
University of Manitoba
Positions held
Member of the Executive Council of Manitoba

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Russell Doern?

Canadian politician

When was Russell Doern born?

Russell Doern was born on 20 October 1935 in Winnipeg.

When did Russell Doern die?

Russell Doern died on 19 February 1987.

What was Russell Doern's occupation?

Russell Doern was a politician.

What nationality was Russell Doern?

Russell Doern was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Russell Doern

· Wikidata: Q7381469

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