Jean-Franois Lise still debating whether to enter PQ leadership race

Jean-Franois Lise, a longtime Parti Qubcois insider and former cabinet minister under Pauline Marois, says he's not ready to decide whether torun for the leadership of the party.

Lise, the MNA for Rosemont, told reportersTuesday in Quebec City that "he's still in a period of reflection."

PQ MNAVronique Hivon is so far the only person to officially enter the race. Sheannounced her bid on Monday.

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Alexandre Cloutier, another former cabinet minister, is expected to declare his candidacy later this week.

Veteran PQ MNASylvainGaudreaultis serving as interim leader.

Party members will elect a new leader next fall.

Pierre Karl Pladeauquit his postas PQ leader last week.