Liberal election campaign chair says Peladeau uses his media as political weapon
MONTREAL — Quebec media baron Pierre Karl Peladeau uses his platforms to influence politics in the province, says a well-known businessman who recently became president of the Liberal party’s election campaign.
Days after announcing his jump into politics, Alexandre Taillefer took a swipe Wednesday at Peladeau, whose far-reaching media holdings include Le Journal de Montreal and the TVA television network.
Asked by a Montreal-based radio host whether the former Parti Quebecois leader uses his empire to attack the Liberals, Taillefer first hesitated before answering.
“I think there is a certain influence,” he said.