Canada can’t afford to be bullied by Trump on trade
U.S. President Donald Trump is, once again, blaming Canada for delays in concluding North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) negotiations. There’s nothing new in this but this time Trump is bringing in high-powered congressional guns to lambaste Canada.
Trump loyalist and Republican Congressman Steve Scalise lowered the rhetorical boom: “Mexico negotiated in good faith and in a timely manner, and if Canada does not co-operate in the negotiations, Congress will have no choice but to consider options about how best to move forward and stand up for American workers.”
Interesting choice of words, “co-operate.” It seems to have a very particular definition to Trump loyalists. Translation: concede to our terms or we’ll cancel Canadian participation in the trade pact.
Why now? What’s the hurry?