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Is annexing Canada something the United States could even realistically achieve in the next four years?

Even if such an effort were attempted, any progress would likely be reversed by the next administration, assuming Democrats return to power.

Beyond that, the situation has been highly disruptive to Canada. I've witness movements like "Free Alberta" and "Alberta 51" have gained traction, while some people display pro-Trump stickers and wave U.S. flags. At the same time, others are booing the U.S. national anthem and removing American flags.

Overall, this growing division is unhealthy for Canada and has only deepened existing tensions.

It's not fun to be in Canada right now..




To be honest, I've never seen Canadians this united. The polling numbers on "Canada joining US" dropped significantly between December and March (from a tiny number to an even smaller number). The number of Quebecois identifying as Canadian and pro-Canada also went up markedly.

Nationalism is one hell of a drug.




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