The Big Five Podcast All hell breaks loose inside the Quebec Liberal Party. Plus: Quebec’s half-million dollar nurses.
Nov 19, 2025
Justine McIntyre, a strategic consultant and former city councillor, joins political analyst Raphaël Melançon for a deep dive into the chaos within the Quebec Liberal Party. They discuss Marwah Rizqy's suspension and allegations of vote-buying during the leadership race. The panel debates whether Pablo Rodriguez can weather these scandals and what it means for party dynamics. They also touch on extravagant nurse salaries and a controversial Ontario proposal forcing impaired drivers to pay child support after fatal incidents. Political intrigue abounds!
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Leadership Crisis Erodes Party Trust
- The Quebec Liberal Party faces a leadership crisis after Marwah Rizqy was suspended and an external probe was announced.
- Allegations about paid votes in Pablo Rodriguez's leadership race intensify scrutiny and erode trust.
Close Win Makes Allegations More Damaging
- Raphaël Mélençon notes the narrow 52-48 leadership result makes allegations especially damaging.
- He warns that claims of paying members would cast doubt on whether the right candidate won.
Pick A Crisis Strategy And Stick To It
- In crises, parties must choose between total transparency or quiet internal sorting to regain control.
- Justine McIntyre says the PLQ has chosen to buckle down rather than fully communicate details now.