Letters: No, Canada, I won't apologize for Trump's trade war
Liberals in the U.S. and Canada love to make fun of Americans for choosing Trump, but I never hear any of them scoffing at the liberal governance that has led to Trump being voted in not once, but twice.
If it's true that Trump is a laughable choice for president, then how bad did the conditions have to be for voters to choose him in the first (and second) place?
I apologize for his demeanour toward Canada, but not for wanting fair trade deals. I support him for having the political courage to take on such a fraught issue not only with Canada, but with many other countries.
I'm hoping Canada and the U.S. can work out an agreement that is fair for all and leads to peaceful relations once again.
That said, I believe if Canada's government proves to be out of touch with Canadians, you too will end up with your own populist leader soon.
Bill Cook, Pennsylvania
Possible hitch for visit by Trump
Re: ' Why doesn't Trump come here instead? ' (Letters, May 2)
As long as Prime Minister Mark Carney doesn't suffer any undue scrutiny and interrogation crossing the border for his White House meeting with Donald Trump, I believe it would be best that he be the one making the trip south.
After all, as I understand it, as a rule, we don't allow convicted felons into Canada.
Judie Amyot, Pointe-Claire
No unease from this American
After reading the letter of trepidation from an American couple about visiting Montreal, permit this American to chime in.
We will be coming back to Montreal this summer.
We know we will be treated as we always have been no matter what U.S. government is in power — with warmth and, so important in these difficult times, welcoming conversation.
You even put up with my rusty French.
Throughout history Montreal, Quebec and Canada have come to our aid and, until now, we have come to yours.
To miss a stay in one of the great cities of the world with incredible history, culture and cuisine is to deprive oneself of a great experience.
On behalf of the good citizens of Montreal, come and be welcomed.
Joseph Mathews, Sarasota, Fla.
Support from south of border welcome
With all the nastiness being thrown at us by Donald Trump, it is most heartening to see the many letters to the editor from Americans expressing kindness and affection for Canada and Canadians — and in many cases, apologizing for what their president has been saying and doing these past few months.
I truly appreciate this!
Louise Halperin, Westmount
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