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Quebec health minister sorry for comments in reaction to PQ shooter verdict

WATCH ABOVE: The jury in Richard Henry Bain's trial has found him guilty of second-degree murder in the 2012 Quebec election-night shooting. Global's Matt Grillo reports – Aug 23, 2016

Quebec’s health minister is apologizing after suggesting the convicted election-night shooter acted partly out of frustration with the political rhetoric in the province.

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READ MORE: Richard Henry Bain found guilty of second-degree murder in Quebec election-night shooting

Gaétan Barrette said Wednesday citizens can act violently when people stir things up too much in society.

He was reacting to Tuesday’s conviction of Richard Henry Bain on one charge of second-degree murder and three counts of attempted murder.

READ MORE: Crown prosecutor suggests accused election night shooter faking mental illness.

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Bain started shooting outside the venue in 2012 where Parti Québécois (PQ) supporters had gathered to celebrate their election victory.

READ MORE: Timeline leading to Richard Henry Bain’s second-degree murder conviction

PQ leadership candidate Martine Ouellet is calling for Barrette to resign.

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Barrette offered his apologies later in the day to anyone who might have been offended by his comments.

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