QUEBEC — The Quebec Liberal party candidate for a Quebec City byelection on Oct. 2 has pulled out of the race amid claims that he psychologically harassed employees of a company where he previously worked. Eric Tetrault took his name off the ballot in the Louis-Hebert riding on Wednesday night after spending the day defending himself against the allegations. The Quebec Liberal party — which had rallied behind its candidate — confirmed on Twitter that Tetrault had pulled out, adding it would make no further comment at this time. Tetrault acknowledged the contents of the report but told some Quebec City media no formal complaint was filed following the probe. Tetrault earlier said he had the support of Premier Philippe Couillard and had discussed the matter with him on Tuesday night.

Source: National Post September 06, 2017 19:15 UTC