Thoughts From a "Lost Canadian" About the Tariffs Showing Canada's Strength

As a citizen of the US and a nearly lifetime resident of Michigan - making me a Michigander, I have always viewed Canada as a close friend and neighbor. Learning I am a "Lost Canadian", I now also see Canada as family. So, I've watched with horror and shame for the past nearly two years as the massively corrupt convicted felon/sexual abuser, war criminal, likely pedophile who currently occupies the White House continues to insult Canada by calling it our 51'st State and saying they rely on us for their existence, and as he illegally imposes tariffs on Canada. I am SO sorry to all my Canadian neighbors, friends, and family. Please know many of us here in the US are appalled, disgusted, angered, and ashamed of these tariffs being imposed by trump - and everything he says and does. Many of us did NOT vote for him and are shocked and disgusted to see so many in this country did.

I listened to Prime Minister Carney as he spoke to the Canadian people about the tariffs and how and why they are responding as they are. I have to say I am impressed by him and how he is articulate, intelligent, and precise (such a refreshing change from what we have had to deal with here in the US for the past nearly two years.) I am encouraged to hear Canada has a plan to protect and help Canadian businesses and citizens as you stand up to the bully currently occupying the White House.

Prime Minister Carney said, "For over a year, Canada has worked intensively and in good faith with the United States to negotiate a new comprehensive trade deal. We have been pragmatic, patient, and persistent. Our goal has always been to get the best deal for Canadians, never a deal at any price or on any time frame.

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