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Why Wab Kinew's election win in Manitoba was historic

Wab Kinew, leader of the Manitoba NDP, will make history by becoming the first First Nations premier of a Canadian province. This is how he did it.
A man points into a crowd with a big smile.
Premier-designate Wab Kinew greets supporters at Winnipeg's Fort Garry Hotel after the NDP won the Manitoba election on Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2023. (James Turner/CBC)

How did Wab Kinew, leader of the Manitoba NDP, win his province's election to become the first First Nations premier of a Canadian province? What burden does this place on him in a province struggling with reconciliation? 

Ian Froese, a reporter with CBC Manitoba, breaks down the campaign.

For transcripts of this series, please visit this page.

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