Trump wants Canada, Greenland and the Panama Canal

[Dr Strangelove]

Sovereignty and Resistance: The narrator supports Prime Minister Mark Carney's decision to walk away from the table rather than compromise Canada's sovereignty or key industries. The narrator describes the situation as being "at war" due to the aggressive stance taken by the U.S. administration (0:24-0:45).
Retaliatory Tariffs: The video emphasizes that Canada is responding to new U.S. tariffs by imposing matching "dollar-for-dollar" retaliatory measures, framed as a firm defensive stance (1:03-1:10).
Political Criticism: The narrator criticizes Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, accusing her of acting inconsistently regarding trade with the U.S. The video references past issues involving liquor bans and suggests Smith is failing to maintain national unity during a critical time (2:09-3:15).
Call to Action: The narrator encourages viewers to prioritize national unity and get involved in the political process, specifically mentioning upcoming referendums and the need to vote (3:56-4:20).
Overall, the video reflects a sentiment of national resilience, urging Canadians to stand together against external economic pressure.

[Dr Strangelove]

Ford’s Rhetoric: The discussion focuses on Premier Ford's vocal criticism of President Trump and his calls for a unified Canadian response to U.S. trade tactics (0:00-0:36). Cochrane notes that while this may seem "authentic" to some, it does not advance Canada's long-term trade objectives (1:05-2:15).
The Dangers of Emotion: Cochrane argues that while it is normal for a leader to feel angry about trade threats, reacting with impulsive or personal insults can be counterproductive in a trade war where the U.S. has significant leverage (3:18-4:14).
The Changing Political Landscape: The segment explores how the U.S.-Canada relationship has shifted over the last 30 years. Cochrane observes that the close economic integration, once seen as an asset, now leaves Canada vulnerable, and warns that navigating this new reality requires deliberate, long-term strategic planning rather than reactive outbursts (4:15-6:21).


Dougie is coloring outside the lines here. This is his stick for sure but he did the before on electricity and Carney poured cold water on that idea fast. This time all bets are off.

[Dr Strangelove]

Escalating Trade War: In response to failed trade negotiations, Doug Ford has signaled that Canada is prepared to leverage its resources—including energy exports—if the U.S. continues to impose tariffs (1:29-2:32, 12:25-13:15).
Personal Conflict: Donald Trump publicly attacked Doug Ford on Truth Social, labeling him an "unimpressive" leader. Ford responded with sharp rhetoric, dismissing Trump as a "bully" and a "loser" (3:51-4:58, 8:06-9:47).
Fact-Checking Claims: The video highlights that several of Trump's claims regarding Canada's unemployment rate (falsely stated as 10%) and trade dependency (falsely stated as 95% of business being with the U.S.) are inaccurate (5:16-5:55).
Economic Reality: The video argues that the U.S. has a significant reliance on Canada for energy, noting that in 2024, 62% of U.S. crude imports and 75% of heavy crude imports originated from Canada (7:01-7:30).
Future Outlook: Mark Carney is featured suggesting that Canada should look toward strengthening economic partnerships with the European Union to mitigate dependence on the U.S. market (13:41-14:13).


Oh boy. anyone?

[Dr Strangelove]

Carney says he'll resume negotiating when Trump team has the 'right attitude'
Carney’s stance is clear: Canada will return to the table only when the U.S. shows respect, reciprocity, and a willingness to negotiate as equals.

Carney told reporters in Lévis, Quebec that Canada is ready to resume talks only when the U.S. comes with “the right attitude toward our industry” and stops behaving as if Canada is a “subsidiary.”
He emphasized:

The U.S. must stop threatening to impoverish Canadian companies and citizens.

Canada will not accept terms that create permanent headwinds for Canadian industry.

The U.S. must show a genuine economic partnership, not one‑sided demands.

Carney framed the current U.S. posture as fundamentally incompatible with a fair deal.

[Dr Strangelove]

The Breakdown: Analysts suggest the US administration is using trade as a political weapon rather than pursuing a standard deal, leading to an environment where concessions would likely never end (2:33 - 3:45).
Political Strategy: While the economic consequences remain a concern, the government’s decision to stand firm has provided Prime Minister Carney with a boost in domestic support, unifying his caucus and rallying the public behind his position (5:16 - 6:04).
Future Outlook: The panelists generally agree that a deal is unlikely in the near term, with potential retaliatory tariffs expected to be symbolic and strategic—targeting items like US alcohol—to demonstrate that Canada cannot be coerced (9:43 - 11:45).
Uncertainty: There is ongoing debate about whether previous concessions made by the Canadian government (such as defense deals or digital service taxes) will now be rescinded in response to the collapse (11:48 - 12:37).


Resurrecting old legislation isn't the way forward. Give pedoshitler the rope to hang himself with and then make laws. No need to give him an out.

[Dr Strangelove]

Chantal Hébert: "What I see today is that those polls that show 75% of people backing Mark Carney are quite extraordinary. But the opposite is not true in the US. That is not happening to President Trump and his crew. No one is saying, 'Good for you. Please stand up to Canada and hit them more.' They are losing that PR battle at home."


And the tighter he grips in desperation the more sand slips through his fingers.

[Dr Strangelove]

Andrew Coyne: "That's not what this administration wants. They don't really want a deal. They want to use trade as a weapon. They want to use our dependence on them and the tariffs that they can extract on us as a weapon to force changes in our foreign policy, in our defence policy, in our trade policy, and so on."