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Parti Québécois Wins Again, Boosting 2026 Election Momentum

8/13/2025

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In a significant political shift, the Parti Québécois triumphed in the Arthabaska by-election, with Alex Boissonneault besting Conservative Leader Éric Duhaime. This victory, the PQ's third in a row, bolsters their momentum as they gear up for the 2026 provincial election. Premier François Legault acknowledged the setback, attributing it to growing voter discontent with his administration.

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In a significant political shift, the Parti Québécois triumphed in the Arthabaska by-election, with Alex Boissonneault besting Conservative Leader Éric Duhaime. This victory, the PQ's third in a row, bolsters their momentum as they gear up for the 2026 provincial election. Premier François Legault acknowledged the setback, attributing it to growing voter discontent with his administration.