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Liberal Candidate in Montreal Byelection Focuses on Local Campaign, Not Trudeau

  • Liberal candidate Laura Palestini is distancing her campaign in Montreal's LaSalle—Émard—Verdun byelection from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, emphasizing her track record and local connections.
  • The by-election, viewed as a test of Liberal strength, features a competitive race with the Bloc Québécois and NDP.
  • Palestine faces the challenge of maintaining the traditionally Liberal seat amid declining national support for the party.