The Quebec Liberal Party struggles for its soul

The Quebec Liberals’ winning formula in the past was to be federalist and nationalist, be good stewards of the economy, keep a window open to the world, encourage basic rights, welcome immigrants, and encourage business to thrive.

The dilemma for Quebec Liberal Party Leader Dominique Anglade is: appeal to anglophones and lose francophone votes, or seek out young people, nationalists, and those in the regions with a stronger pro-French message and gain seats, writes Andrew Caddell. Screenshot courtesy of Global News

Opinion

BY ANDREW CADDELL

December 1, 2021

KAMOURASKA, QUE.—Dominique Anglade is the eternal optimist. Coming out of its weekend policy convention in Quebec City, the Quebec Liberal Party gave her a ringing endorsement to develop a platform focused on the environment and a left-wing tilt to the economy. She believes this platform is her ro...

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