As the year ends, here are my wishes for Quebec's four main political parties as we enter 2024.
Coalition Avenir Quebec
François Legault jokingly asked for a compass for Christmas during his review of the parliamentary session. In addition to finding meaning, we wish him much success in his second term in office.
The year 2024 will be difficult for many people, we hope for a humanist Prime Minister who cares about his world. Incomprehensible decisions like underfunding food banks, Accueil Bonneau and home care are unsustainable and must stop.
Quebec Party
A year and a half ago, the PQ had 8% support among the population. The PSPP's honesty, convictions and quiet charisma have so won over Quebecers that the PQ is at the top of voting intentions by the end of 2023.
We want the PQ to remain humble and focus on what matters, the country's project, Quebec culture and good governance. Three years before the election, it will be difficult for leading candidates to commit, but we hope they surround themselves with experienced people.
Solidarity Quebec
We hope that Québec Solidaire will find the recipe for the magic potion that will help them break through in the regions and with those over 55 years old. In fact, QS only receives 6% support in this age group.
We at QS hope that Émilise Lessard-Thérrien finds her place as the successor to the great Manon Massé. For a feminist party, that starts with getting paid properly.
Quebec Liberal Party
The PLQ is taking a big risk by betting on André Pratte, the new president of its political commission, to restore its virginity. A passionate federalist editorialist, he defended the PLQ without nuance in the era of liberal corruption and austerity. We can also question our understanding of Quebec identity.
We hope the PLQ understands that Quebec has the right to defend its language and secularism with strength and pride. That it is legitimate to be concerned about mass immigration while at the same time being an open and welcoming people.
And I wish us all all the best and health for 2024!