Normandeau's heart will go on

摘要

The onset of autumn can bring out a reflective mood in people. In Quebec City, Deputy Premier and Minister of Natural Resources Nathalie Normandeau has suddenly decided to quit politics. The popular, stylish, 43-year-old (for our foreign readers: think Celine Dion as a provincial politician) had often been touted as next in line as leader of the ruling provincial Liberal Party. "Today, I hope my personal life will start taking precedence over my professional life," a smiling and relaxed Normandeau said in French at a news conference, with Premier Jean Charest at her side.