Jean Lesage was a prominent Canadian politician who served as the Premier of Quebec from 1960 to 1966. He was a key figure in the Quiet Revolution, a period of significant social and political change in Quebec that aimed to modernize the province and reduce the influence of the Catholic Church in public affairs. Lesage's government focused on reforms in education, healthcare, and the economy, promoting the idea of a more secular and progressive society. His administration also emphasized the importance of Quebec nationalism and the development of state-owned enterprises, which helped shape the province's future.