Marc-Antoine Dequoy running for the PQ?

Marc-Antoine Dequoy's retirement continues to generate reactions far beyond the world of sports.

This time, it was Parti Québécois leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon who publicly highlighted the impact of the former Montreal Alouettes linebacker, both for his intensity on the field and for his discourse deeply rooted in Quebec identity.

The day after the official announcement ending his professional career and his employment with the Alouettes, St-Pierre Plamondon confirmed that he had traded with Dequoy. According to the PQ leader, it was a conversation marked by respect and admiration, but without any political ulterior motives. He insists that he did not ask Dequoy to become a PQ candidate in the next election, despite persistent questions from journalists on the subject.

Visibly amused by the speculation, the sovereignist leader did not hide his esteem for the athlete. In his eyes, Marc-Antoine Dequoy embodies a rare authenticity, capable of rallying and mobilizing people. This is a quality he considers essential, both in politics and in professional sports. For St-Pierre Plamondon, Dequoy's passion for Quebec and the French language directly echoes his own vision of public engagement.

One of the highlights of Dequoy's media career was undoubtedly his speech in 2023, in the run-up to the Grey Cup, in which he denounced the absence of French in the Canadian Football League's promotional posters. His famous “Keep your English!” quickly spread throughout Quebec, becoming a symbol of linguistic pride for many.

Marc-Antoine Dequoy clearly closes the door on politics

Nevertheless, the former Alouettes player was keen to put an end to the rumors. On the heels of the announcement of his retirement, Dequoy replied bluntly that he had no interest in entering politics. With a touch of humor, he even joked about the idea of replacing Paul St-Pierre Plamondon, before reaffirming, more seriously, his deep respect for elected officials and the challenges they face.

For him, the answer is clear: politics is not part of his plans, at least for now.

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