And it gets even better…
“The ‘True North’ is indeed strong and free,” Charles said during an address on the first day of Canadian Parliament. The British King is Canada’s nonpartisan head of state even though the real power resides with the Prime Minister.
“Every time I come to Canada, a little more of Canada seeps into my bloodstream and from there straight to my heart,” the king said.
“I’ve always had the greatest admiration for Canada’s unique identity, which is recognized across the world for bravery and sacrifice in defense of national values and for the diversity and kindness of Canadians,” he added.
While Charles did not mention Donald Trump by name, it was clear that he was referring to the American president during one particular section of his speech.
“Canada faces another critical moment. Democracy, pluralism, the rule of law, self-determination and freedom are values which Canadians hold dear and ones which the government is determined to protect,” Charles said.
Democracy, pluralism, the rule of law, self-determination, and freedom are all self-evidently under threat from Donald Trump who is an authoritarian, a xenophobe, a convicted felon, a neo-imperialist, and a would-be dictator.
The king’s remarks come amidst Trump’s pointless and economically destructive trade war with our northern neighbor. There are 25% tariffs in place on many Canadian goods with similar policies in place on Mexico as well.
“We must face reality: since the Second World War, our world has never been more dangerous and unstable. Canada is facing challenges that, in our lifetimes, are unprecedented,” said Charles.
He observed that “many Canadians are feeling anxious and worried about the drastically changing world around them.”
While the king’s speech was provided by the Canadian government, he was permitted to insert his own remarks as well, allowing Canada and the British monarch to present a united front against American expansionism.
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