Who Said What?

Each result is a faithful summary, attributed and dated, with a link to the original source and, when possible, to the video at the right moment — it is not a direct quote. See our methodology.

112 statements in total. Results are shown by date; on the same date, parties alternate (alphabetical order) — not by relevance, importance or performance.

1. CAQChristine FréchetteSeptember 9, 2026Interview

   "Équipe Christine Fréchette — Coalition Avenir Québec."

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   Question asked (summarized wording): Which party is she the leader of?

   Event: Cinq chefs, une élection — interview with Christine Fréchette — Radio-Canada

   Nature: Response

   Response status:✓Direct

   The response clearly identifies the requested position or information. This status measures neither the quality, nor the truthfulness, nor the performance of the response. See the rules.

2. PCQÉric DuhaimeSeptember 9, 2026Interview

   Says everyone can make mistakes and that the line is their ability to acknowledge them and work constructively.

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   Question asked (summarized wording): Why did he accept candidates with controversial remarks?

   Event: Cinq chefs, une élection — interview with Éric Duhaime — Radio-Canada

   Nature: Response

   Response status:✓Direct

   The response clearly identifies the requested position or information. This status measures neither the quality, nor the truthfulness, nor the performance of the response. See the rules.

3. PLQCharles MilliardSeptember 9, 2026Interview

   Replies "the maximum," then mentions historically Liberal regions, without a target.

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   Question asked (summarized wording): How many ridings outside Montreal does he want to win?

   Event: Cinq chefs, une élection — interview with Charles Milliard — Radio-Canada

   Nature: Response

   Response status:◐Partial

   An essential part receives a response, but a central element remains unanswered. This status measures neither the quality, nor the truthfulness, nor the performance of the response. See the rules.

4. PQPaul St-Pierre PlamondonSeptember 9, 2026Interview

   Issue: Public finances, deficit and debt

   Clarifies that it targets state and public-sector spending.

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   Question asked (summarized wording): Does the 2.5% cut target the payroll?

   Event: Cinq chefs, une élection — interview with Paul St-Pierre Plamondon — Radio-Canada

   Nature: Response

   Response status:✓Direct

   The response clearly identifies the requested position or information. This status measures neither the quality, nor the truthfulness, nor the performance of the response. See the rules.

5. QSRuba GhazalSeptember 9, 2026Interview

   A political inspiration focused on ordinary people and concrete solutions.

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   Question asked (summarized wording): What does the mayor of New York inspire in her?

   Event: Cinq chefs, une élection — interview with Ruba Ghazal — Radio-Canada

   Nature: Response

   Response status:✓Direct

   The response clearly identifies the requested position or information. This status measures neither the quality, nor the truthfulness, nor the performance of the response. See the rules.

6. CAQChristine FréchetteSeptember 9, 2026Interview

   Refers to a renewed image without clearly explaining the branding decision.

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   Question asked (summarized wording): Why doesn't "Coalition Avenir Québec" appear on the campaign signs?

   Event: Cinq chefs, une élection — interview with Christine Fréchette — Radio-Canada

   Nature: Response

   Response status:✓Direct

   The response clearly identifies the requested position or information. This status measures neither the quality, nor the truthfulness, nor the performance of the response. See the rules.

7. PCQÉric DuhaimeSeptember 9, 2026Interview

   Implicitly yes; cites context and nuance rather than exclusion.

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   Question asked (summarized wording): Can a candidate who favours American annexation hold a seat?

   Event: Cinq chefs, une élection — interview with Éric Duhaime — Radio-Canada

   Nature: Response

   Response status:✓Direct

   The response clearly identifies the requested position or information. This status measures neither the quality, nor the truthfulness, nor the performance of the response. See the rules.

8. PLQCharles MilliardSeptember 9, 2026Interview

   No; argues that the crisis reinforces the importance of Canada.

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   Question asked (summarized wording): Did Trump steal from him the election that was supposed to be about the referendum?

   Event: Cinq chefs, une élection — interview with Charles Milliard — Radio-Canada

   Nature: Response

   Response status:✓Direct

   The response clearly identifies the requested position or information. This status measures neither the quality, nor the truthfulness, nor the performance of the response. See the rules.

9. PQPaul St-Pierre PlamondonSeptember 9, 2026Interview

   No; rejects the label and cites partisan exaggeration.

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   Question asked (summarized wording): Does he have a short fuse?

   Event: Cinq chefs, une élection — interview with Paul St-Pierre Plamondon — Radio-Canada

   Nature: Response

   Response status:✓Direct

   The response clearly identifies the requested position or information. This status measures neither the quality, nor the truthfulness, nor the performance of the response. See the rules.

10. QSRuba GhazalSeptember 9, 2026Interview

    Not officially, to her knowledge; she is following his proposals and mentions possible contacts within his circle.

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    Question asked (summarized wording): Are their teams in contact with hers?

    Event: Cinq chefs, une élection — interview with Ruba Ghazal — Radio-Canada

    Nature: Response

    Response status:✓Direct

    The response clearly identifies the requested position or information. This status measures neither the quality, nor the truthfulness, nor the performance of the response. See the rules.

11. CAQChristine FréchetteSeptember 9, 2026Interview

    Names Churchill Falls, specialized courts, and school construction/renovation.

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    Question asked (summarized wording): Can she name three good moves by François Legault?

    Event: Cinq chefs, une élection — interview with Christine Fréchette — Radio-Canada

    Nature: Response

    Response status:✓Direct

    The response clearly identifies the requested position or information. This status measures neither the quality, nor the truthfulness, nor the performance of the response. See the rules.

12. PCQÉric DuhaimeSeptember 9, 2026Interview

    Mainly replies that his opponents have taken up his ideas on shrinking the state; does not name a measure he would borrow.

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    Question asked (summarized wording): What measure from an opponent inspires them?

    Event: Cinq chefs, une élection — interview with Éric Duhaime — Radio-Canada

    Nature: Response

    Response status:—No identifiable answer

    The response does not allow the requested position or information to be identified. This status measures neither the quality, nor the truthfulness, nor the performance of the response. See the rules.

13. PLQCharles MilliardSeptember 9, 2026Interview

    Downplays the idea of a partisan endorsement and defends their meeting.

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    Question asked (summarized wording): Does he want more support from Mark Carney?

    Event: Cinq chefs, une élection — interview with Charles Milliard — Radio-Canada

    Nature: Response

    Response status:✓Direct

    The response clearly identifies the requested position or information. This status measures neither the quality, nor the truthfulness, nor the performance of the response. See the rules.

14. PQPaul St-Pierre PlamondonSeptember 9, 2026Interview

    Says he did not ask for financial compensation and provides no amount.

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    Question asked (summarized wording): What compensation is he claiming for Labrador?

    Event: Cinq chefs, une élection — interview with Paul St-Pierre Plamondon — Radio-Canada

    Nature: Response

    Response status:✓Direct

    The response clearly identifies the requested position or information. This status measures neither the quality, nor the truthfulness, nor the performance of the response. See the rules.

15. QSRuba GhazalSeptember 9, 2026Interview

    Defends a living income and announces $300 million in declining assistance; explains the remedy more than the source of the concerns.

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    Question asked (summarized wording): Why does a $20 minimum wage raise concern?

    Event: Cinq chefs, une élection — interview with Ruba Ghazal — Radio-Canada

    Nature: Response

    Response status:◐Partial

    An essential part receives a response, but a central element remains unanswered. This status measures neither the quality, nor the truthfulness, nor the performance of the response. See the rules.

16. CAQChristine FréchetteSeptember 9, 2026Interview

    Issue: Homelessness, poverty and mental health

    Yes; considers it important to track the figures and how things evolve.

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    Question asked (summarized wording): Is she in favour of an annual homelessness count?

    Event: Cinq chefs, une élection — interview with Christine Fréchette — Radio-Canada

    Nature: Response

    Response status:✓Direct

    The response clearly identifies the requested position or information. This status measures neither the quality, nor the truthfulness, nor the performance of the response. See the rules.

17. PCQÉric DuhaimeSeptember 9, 2026Interview

    Replies that his voters will decide and expresses his confidence, without an explicit commitment on his future.

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    Question asked (summarized wording): Will he step down if he is not elected?

    Event: Cinq chefs, une élection — interview with Éric Duhaime — Radio-Canada

    Nature: Response

    Response status:—No identifiable answer

    The response does not allow the requested position or information to be identified. This status measures neither the quality, nor the truthfulness, nor the performance of the response. See the rules.

18. PLQCharles MilliardSeptember 9, 2026Interview

    Issue: Sovereignty and Quebec's constitutional future

    Refuses "political fiction" and instead attacks the PQ and QS; no clear conditions for collaboration.

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    Question asked (summarized wording): Would he work with the CAQ to prevent a referendum in a minority context?

    Event: Cinq chefs, une élection — interview with Charles Milliard — Radio-Canada

    Nature: Response

    Response status:—No identifiable answer

    The response does not allow the requested position or information to be identified. This status measures neither the quality, nor the truthfulness, nor the performance of the response. See the rules.

    The response shifts the topic at a significant moment. A diversion is not a non-answer.

19. PQPaul St-Pierre PlamondonSeptember 9, 2026Interview

    Not the territory; says there is no figure but wants to bring history into the negotiations.

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    Question asked (summarized wording): Would he claim the territory or money?

    Event: Cinq chefs, une élection — interview with Paul St-Pierre Plamondon — Radio-Canada

    Nature: Response

    Response status:✓Direct

    The response clearly identifies the requested position or information. This status measures neither the quality, nor the truthfulness, nor the performance of the response. See the rules.

20. QSRuba GhazalSeptember 9, 2026Interview

    Cites CAQ funding for shelters for women who are victims of violence.

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    Question asked (summarized wording): What measure from an opponent inspires them?

    Event: Cinq chefs, une élection — interview with Ruba Ghazal — Radio-Canada

    Nature: Response

    Response status:✓Direct

    The response clearly identifies the requested position or information. This status measures neither the quality, nor the truthfulness, nor the performance of the response. See the rules.

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