Three Student Candidates Juggle Studies and Politics Ahead of Quebec Election
As the Quebec election on Oct. 5 approaches, student candidates like Orphée Dubé-Gervais, Clément Mireault, and Naima Indira Som are balancing university studies with door-to-door campaigning and engaging with voters. Despite the challenges, these young candidates are enthusiastic about participating in the democratic process and bringing fresh perspectives to the table.
Dubé-Gervais, a Québec solidaire candidate, has adjusted her schedule to make time for both her studies and campaign responsibilities. Similarly, Mireault, a Coalition Avenir Québec candidate and accounting sciences student, meticulously plans his day to fit in classes, studying, and canvassing in his riding south of Montreal. Meanwhile, Indira Som, a Quebec Liberal candidate studying international relations, emphasizes the importance of young people taking an active role in politics.
These student candidates are not deterred by the tough competition in their respective ridings. Instead, they believe in the power of direct engagement with voters on issues like the cost of living. They join a legacy of student involvement in politics, with past successes like Laurin Liu, who was elected in the 2011 federal election as part of the “orange wave” in Quebec.
While the exact number of student candidates in the Quebec election is not provided, parties like the Liberals and Coalition Avenir Québec have a significant representation of young candidates. As these student candidates urge their peers to get involved in politics, they embody the belief that politics is not limited by age and that diverse voices are essential in shaping the future of governance.
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