CANADALAND Is Canada Leading the Anti-Trump “Resistance”?
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May 5, 2025 
Stephen Marche, author of 'The Next Civil War' and a commentator on American pessimism, dives into Canada's potential role as a leading force against Trumpism. He explores the evolving Canadian identity amidst U.S. influence, questioning current military policies and the superficiality of nationalism. Marche emphasizes the urgent need for proactive engagement in politics and warns against authoritarian threats, advocating for a focused and unified approach to resist divisive politics and define a robust Canadian identity.
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Canada's Global Anti-Trump Role
- Mark Carney's election is viewed globally as Canada stepping up against Trumpism and Trump's hostility.
- Canada signals a refusal to cede to American pressure, aiming to lead or heavily involve in opposition.
Disentanglement Over Negotiation
- The strategy against Trumpism is rejection and preparing for lasting chaos, not negotiation.
- Canada must begin disentangling economically and politically from the US immediately.
Canada's Choice for Crisis Management
- Both sides agree Canada must jump out when US fiscal/economic crisis hits.
- Voters chose Carney for his crisis management skills, not for soft diplomacy with Trump.
