Trump's Canada-bashing echoed by supporters at Dallas convention
Supporters at a Republican convention in Dallas are echoing President Donald Trump's aggressive rhetoric toward Canada, including threats of annexation and trade disputes. Polling data indicates a significant decline in favorable views of Canada among Republican voters.
Why it matters
The shift in public opinion among a major political base highlights the potential for long-term strain in U.S.-Canada diplomatic and trade relations.
By Kelly Geraldine Malone, The Canadian Press
Thousands of U.S. President Donald Trump’s most ardent followers have gathered in Dallas for “Trump-a-Palooza” this week and many are parroting the president’s constant bashing of Canada.
Lona Heins from Tennessee says Canada is now “communist” and no longer shares the same values as the United States.
Heins says she needs more information about bilateral trade tensions, which were escalated by the Trump administration on Tuesday, but hopes the situation can be resolved.
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