“My mother often reminded me – probably so that I would not forget – of the fate of the most vulnerable. For his part, my father always told me that I could dream as big as I wanted and have a destiny that matches my dreams. I know that it is between these two visions that I have traced my path.”

Born in Quebec to Haitian parents, Dominique Anglade has a fascinating and inspiring journey. This book frankly recounts her childhood memories, her youth, her stays outside Quebec, the tragedy of the 2010 earthquake, as well as her many personal and professional experiences that allowed her to become leader of the Quebec Liberal Party in 2020. A first for someone who has already been a minority four times: by language, gender, age and ethnic origin.

This biography, written in collaboration with her friend Marie Sterlin, a researcher and documentarian involved in her community, introduces us to an authentic, determined and committed woman, whose journey – combined with her parents' heritage – could only lead her to active politics.

Preface by Régine Chassagne from the group Arcade Fire