Damian Light
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Damian Francis Light (born 31 October 1983) is a New Zealand politician who was the leader of the United Future party from August 2017 until the party's dissolution in November 2017.[4][1] He became party leader following the resignation of Peter Dunne. Light had previously served as the president of the party.[5] He was the first openly gay leader of a political party in New Zealand.[6] Light later entered local politics, and in 2022 became the Chair of the Howick Local Board.
Quick Facts Leader of United Future, Deputy ...
Damian Light | |
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Leader of United Future | |
In office 23 August 2017 ā 14 November 2017[1] | |
Deputy | Judy Turner |
Preceded by | Peter Dunne |
Personal details | |
Born | (1983-10-31) 31 October 1983 (age 40)[2][3] |
Political party | United Future (2002ā2017) |
Domestic partner | Josh Harding |
Website | Official website |
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