Posted on Nov 24, 2018
‘I have no time for illegal immigration,’ Stephen Harper says on U.S. podcast
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Stephen Harper was the former prime minister of Canada until Justin Trudeau came to power. The' so what' of this is that there are conservatives in Canada that have not so kind words for the left in Canada. This may also apply to the left in the United States. This may not have made mainstream American Media so that's why I published this here on Rally Point. some of you may say who cares about Canada? Face it, Canada is like the 51st state. 38 of the 50 states have Canada as the largest trading partner. Canada is relevant and political opinions from politicians in Canada do effect the United States from time to time.
‘I have no time for illegal immigration,’ Stephen Harper says on U.S. podcast
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"...and this is what’s happens when you have unpopular or illegal immigration — public opinion turns against all immigration,” said Harper. Really? I have seen no evidence to support that. Have you? I hear many on the Progressive Left castigating the rest of us as xenophobes and conflating illegal immigration with legal immigration. But I don't and I don't know anyone else who does.
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PO3 John Wagner
Yes, on that point he does come off as an idiot... at least by our standards. Just the kind of dope who can give the xenophobic name throwers ammunition.
They aren’t “illegal” just “undocumented” (face/palm). It’s probably considered hate speech to call them illegal anymore.
Any other first world country would arrest you and deport you but not us... just listen to the pearl clutchers wax philosophic about the Statue of Liberty the moment any such thing is suggested.
They aren’t “illegal” just “undocumented” (face/palm). It’s probably considered hate speech to call them illegal anymore.
Any other first world country would arrest you and deport you but not us... just listen to the pearl clutchers wax philosophic about the Statue of Liberty the moment any such thing is suggested.
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I believe in keeping up with events globally, especially since the US is historically the “global world power”. Canada especially, being our neighbor and a large part of trading for the majority of the US coming from and going to Canada.
We should always be willing to look at other nations and learn from their governments.
It’s just smart politics. Knowledge and wisdom is power.
The problem in the US is that our generations now what the government to do everything for everyone, and they don’t have enough knowledge in regards to the US economy, the budget, and our laws to realize that what they are asking will weaken our Country beyond repair.
I’m all for immigration, but you must follow the legal process to gain citizenship.
The threats to our Country require we do our best to keep our Nation safe by documenting our citizens.
Also, the economy will continue to weaken if we don’t.
Just my opinion.
We should always be willing to look at other nations and learn from their governments.
It’s just smart politics. Knowledge and wisdom is power.
The problem in the US is that our generations now what the government to do everything for everyone, and they don’t have enough knowledge in regards to the US economy, the budget, and our laws to realize that what they are asking will weaken our Country beyond repair.
I’m all for immigration, but you must follow the legal process to gain citizenship.
The threats to our Country require we do our best to keep our Nation safe by documenting our citizens.
Also, the economy will continue to weaken if we don’t.
Just my opinion.
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SFC (Join to see)
You make a great point. If only others could deliver the message in the same way you did, it might actually shift public opinions. It usually isn't put so reasonably.
It might be worth nothing that maybe current generations, including mine, think the U.S. can do so much, because we have historically placed ourselves in issues across the world. The U.S. gives the appearance that it can solve any and every issue, so it's no wonder that some within generations believe that their country is capable of any and everything. When we have internal issues of our own, yet can still commit millions/billions of aid to other nations, it can be easy for some to assume the U.S. can handle seemingly "simple" issues at home.
That said, most don't understand how national power works, so their perception of how the U.S. prioritizes and handles business is skewed. In my opinion it's not their fault, because international politics are not meant to be so obvious to the public.
It might be worth nothing that maybe current generations, including mine, think the U.S. can do so much, because we have historically placed ourselves in issues across the world. The U.S. gives the appearance that it can solve any and every issue, so it's no wonder that some within generations believe that their country is capable of any and everything. When we have internal issues of our own, yet can still commit millions/billions of aid to other nations, it can be easy for some to assume the U.S. can handle seemingly "simple" issues at home.
That said, most don't understand how national power works, so their perception of how the U.S. prioritizes and handles business is skewed. In my opinion it's not their fault, because international politics are not meant to be so obvious to the public.
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PO3 John Wagner
SFC (Join to see) - When the US spreads a few billion around the globe it’s a great PR talking point however, just look at our budget. Trillions. A few billion tossed around here and there is just considered a gain for the control factor it gives us over other countries leadership.
Cheaper than gunboat diplomacy in other words.
Cheaper than gunboat diplomacy in other words.
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LTC (Join to see), Canada may be like a 51st state in terms of economy and trade. However, they’re also like a state in terms of defense. But for the mere presence of the United States, there are any number of countries that have armed forces capable of simply waltzing in and overwhelming Canada. I’m certain that Canada is aware of the inadequacies of their combined armed forces.
I’m confident that the U.S. is every bit as relevant to Canada as Canada is to the U.S.
MSgt Gerald Orvis SGT Michael Thorin
I’m confident that the U.S. is every bit as relevant to Canada as Canada is to the U.S.
MSgt Gerald Orvis SGT Michael Thorin
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NORAD is a Canadian American partnership.
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http://www.norad.mil/About-NORAD/Canadian-NORAD-Region/
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Grandmaster Flash was an accident
North American Aerospace Defense Command About NORAD Canadian NORAD Region
The official website of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD)
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LTC Stephen C.
LTC (Join to see), I assume that you’re confirming the U.S. deep involvement and commitment in the overall well being and the ultimate defense of Canada? If you’re trying to convey that Canada can take care of itself, I’m not convinced in the least.
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PO3 John Wagner
LTC Stephen C. - Perhaps it’s my bad to speak so broadly.
My experiences with Canadian cuisine..(there’s an oxymoron from my perspective) are limited to Saskatchewan and Manitoba.
You would think they had never heard of seasoning food... or even using salt.
I don’t think the economy is that bad.
My experiences with Canadian cuisine..(there’s an oxymoron from my perspective) are limited to Saskatchewan and Manitoba.
You would think they had never heard of seasoning food... or even using salt.
I don’t think the economy is that bad.
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