Quebecers' disillusionment with Legault may stem from the belief that he valued issues related to Quebec identity over other pressing priorities.

The Quebec Liberal Party is about to crown a new, highly capable young leader in Charles Milliard. He’s a Quebec nationalist in the Robert Bourassa mould: do what’s right for Quebec first, take a tough approach to deal with federal incursions, stand up for Quebec language and culture, but never take your eye off the economy.

From founding a successful airline to creating a political party that won back-to-back majority mandates, François Legault is stepping down as Quebec premier with a reputation as a builder and as some