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Zanetti was supported during the campaign by several former legislators from his party but not by current members of his caucus, who preferred Grandmont.

Zanetti, an erstwhile philosophy professor, told some 400 activists at his victory speech in Quebec City that the threat of authoritarianism around the globe makes action all the more urgent.

He also stressed the need to reconnect with what he called Quebec's "heritage as dreamers," including his vision of seeing the province become a country.

Québec solidaire is lagging in the polls as it seeks to revive its political fortunes ahead of a provincial election next year.

This report by ºÃÉ«tvwas first published Nov. 9, 2025.