Following the party's loss in the 2009 election, Lali was one of the "baker's dozen" of MLAs who opposed NDP leader Carole James' continued leadership. The caucus revolt was successful, and James resigned as leader on December 6, 2010.
Following their party's loss in the 2009 election, Lali was one of thirteen MLAs who opposed NDP leader Carole James' continued leadership. This led to a rebellion within the caucus, which resulted in James resigning as leader on December 6, 2010.