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1. simojo · 1790873133 · focus · HN ↗

   So many people come and give doomer statements on the reality of the US and Canada becoming increasingly at odds.

   As a US citizen, I just want to add that I hope some day we can reestablish a healthy relationship with our neighbors. These articles are saddening.

   1. i80and · 1790873861 · focus · HN ↗

      Disclaimer: I'm American

      I don't see how Canada can trust us again without a major cultural and legal shift in the US. The fact is that any president can, apparently, unilaterally shred international friendships, and 30%-40% of Americans will cheer it on.

      I would love a return to normalcy, but Americans need to make sure, really sure this can't happen again.

      1. swat535 · 1790891195 · focus · HN ↗

         As a Canadian, I love the American people but I feel like making these changes is a matter of national security. It's not really about TRUMP or Democrats or Republicans, it's a bigger directional change in Canada.

         I think this was a much needed wake up call, perhaps a way to shed our naivete.

         For years we have coupled ourselves to United States without thinking twice and it turns out that this was not a good idea.

         I think we are going to see a very different Canada in the next decade or so. We will always maintain trade with United States but operate under another foreign policy.

         I still feel like Canada is vulnerable, hopefully our government accelerates securing the nation on all fronts: military, trade, cyber and borders.

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