Lise Marchand

Lise Marchand was born on February 8, 2337. She became Chair of the Christian Citizens Union in January 2384. Prior to becoming party leader, Marchand had served as Minister of Justice since 2374.

Marchand grew up in a poor family in Turadrad, her father abandoned the family when she was four, and her mother was an alcoholic who was involved in several violent relationships. Marchand left home at 16 after winning a scholarship to the St. Anne's School for Girls boarding school in Nemawar.

After graduating from St. Anne's, Marchand attended Beaudoin University and the University of Farrinborough Law School. From 2161 to 2167, she served as an assistant federal prosecutor in Farrinborough. From 2167 to 2171, she was Federal Attorney for Violent Crimes in the Ministry of Justice. From 2171-2174, Marchand was mayor of Farrinborough.

Party leader Jacques Vanier appointed Marchand to Parliament in 2374 and quickley named her as Minister of Justice in the cabinet.

Marchand gained national acclaim for her tough approach to multiple offenders, for initiating a national anti-drug program, and for her telegenic nature and charming personality. She defeated Paul Berger, Claude-Louis Daguerre, Lea Rossi, and Noel Poincare in the race for party leader.