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Donald Trump taking up space in Quebec election campaign - CTV News

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The Quebec election campaign is seeing attention diverted by external figures like Donald Trump, according to one report. Another focuses on a debate over voter information cards being sent only in French, with officials defending the decision and promising English access. A third report notes a decline in campaign civility due to the use of curse words. These stories highlight how national/international politics and language issues can influence provincial elections, and raise questions about campaign conduct and inclusivity.

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The Coalition Avenir Québec is a political party in Quebec that currently forms the provincial government.

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  • A decision was made to send voter information cards in French only for the Quebec election.
    Source: Global News
  • CAQ Leader Christine Fréchette defended the decision regarding French-only voter cards.
    Source: Global News
  • Fréchette stated that English-speaking voters will still have access to information in English.
    Source: Global News
  • Curse words have entered the Quebec election campaign.
    Source: CTV News
  • Donald Trump is taking up space in the Quebec election campaign.
    Source: CTV News

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