Charest bristles at criticism of fund hike for Jewish schools
PQ opposes move Premier stands firm amid reports questioning his motives
The Quebec government yesterday stood by its decision to increase funding to Jewish private schools amid a wave of criticism from the Parti Quebecois opposition and other groups accusing it of creating social tensions. Premier Jean Charest said his government is sticking to the plan because it is the right thing to do. Far from a last-minute decision made behind closed doors, Charest said, allowing Jewish day s...