CAQ backbenchers’ silence raises eyebrows in the Assembly

Friday, May 30, 2025, 9:21 am

Reports reveal that CAQ backbenchers have consistently refrained from engaging with opposition queries during Assembly sessions, drawing criticism over their lack of transparency and accountability. The silence has stoked concerns about democratic debate, with critics questioning whether the provincial legislature is truly representing its constituents.

ledevoir.com / Les élus caquistes d’arrière-ban ne répondent plus à l’opposition à l’Assemblée nationale

Aucun député de la CAQ ne l’a fait depuis janvier, alors qu’on leur avait permis de le faire l’automne dernier.

lapresse.ca / Assemblée nationale | Les élus caquistes d’arrière-ban ne se lèvent plus pour répondre

Le gouvernement Legault renonce à accorder plus de visibilité à ses députés d’arrière-ban lors de la période des questions.

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