Moore in the Morning Donald Trump trashes Canada in front of an international audience, Trump will ask all NATO member countries to boost defense spending to 5 per cent of GDP and how over salting our streets and sidewalks affects the waterways.
Jan 24, 2025
Dan Riskin, a science communicator and environmental expert, joins the conversation to discuss the serious environmental repercussions of over-salting our streets and sidewalks. He highlights how excessive road salt negatively affects waterways and local wildlife. The podcast also critiques Donald Trump's recent remarks about Canada at the World Economic Forum, emphasizing misunderstandings in trade. Listeners gain insight into the shifting political landscape in Ontario as upcoming elections loom, making for a thought-provoking blend of politics and environmental issues.
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Ford's Election Preparations
- Ontario Premier Doug Ford is preparing for an election by having his cabinet ministers make announcements.
- One minister accidentally called Ford "President Ford" during a speech.
Ontario Election Outlook
- The outcome of the Ontario election is uncertain, with various scenarios possible for each party.
- Polls currently show the Conservatives with a significant lead, but voter opinions can shift.
Trump's Criticism of Canada
- Donald Trump criticized Canada's trade practices at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
- He falsely claimed a large trade deficit and suggested Canada become a US state.