I’m back from a week off that was filled with all the hallmarks of an American Thanksgiving: football, Black Friday consumerism, and family debates over pumpkin pie recipes. This year, my Thanksgiving with the in-laws included a front-row seat (or at least a couch seat) to the local media’s coverage of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s trip to Mar-a-Lago. Let’s just say, when the U.S. media tries to distill Canadian politics into a 30-second soundbite, it’s a fascinating spectacle.

Despite my best attempts to offer insights, no one was interested in dissecting Trudeau’s maneuvering or the chaos within Canadian political unity. Instead, they were too busy licking their wounds after Ohio State’s heartbreaking loss to Michigan in the Big Game. Chaos, however, seemed to be the unifying theme—on the football field and in politics.

The lack of coordination within Canada’s so-called “Team Canada” approach to Trump’s 25% tariff threats is painfully evident. Federal and provincial leaders appear more focused on serving their partisan interests than presenting a united front. This discord, ironically, aligns well with the anticipated turbulence of Trump 2.0.

As I play catch-up with the news, I’m struck by how Canada is skating on thin ice—politically and economically. Like a clumsy hockey game colliding with an over-the-top figure-skating routine, the chaos is both absurd and deeply concerning.

Stay tuned for more thoughts as I sift through the news backlog.

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