Actor Michel Savard, a Quebec Liberal candidate slated to run in the Gouin electoral district, has been dropped from the party's list after apologizing for Facebook comments comparing the Parti Québécois to Nazis.The comments, made in February before he became a Liberal candidate, were brought to the party's attention recently, leading to his removal.The PLQ emphasized its commitment to 'high standards of respect in public debate' and 'firm pledge against all forms of verbal violence.

' Savard, who described Parti Québécois leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon as a 'hateful megalomaniac leading small-time Nazis,' expressed regret for his past rhetoric, acknowledging that his approach 'too often hurts people.' The incident highlights tensions within Quebec politics, where divisive rhetoric can have significant consequences.

Savard, also an author and teacher, claimed he had engaged in 'deep reflection' on his debating style, though the party's decision underscores the sensitivity of inflammatory remarks in political campaigns.

The race for Gouin is expected to be competitive, with former NDP deputy leader Alexandre Boulerice, running under the Québec solidaire banner, predicted to secure victory.