Instead of compelling Canada to become an American state, the 1890 McKinley Tariff drove Canada into British hands.

Republicans in the late 19th century wanted to annex Canada. And the episode ought to serve as a warning for President Donald Trump.

  • West_of_West@piefed.socialEnglish
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    24 days ago

    That’s what you call a twofer. Wrote an article in the beginning of 2025 and can essentially republish it again half way through 2026. Still relevant

    • Rentlar@lemmy.ca
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      24 days ago

      Following a flurry of last-minute negotiations, however, Trump has placed a 30-day pause on the tariffs.

      Works just as well to describe August 2026 as it did March 2025 (pre “Liberation Game Show Board Day”). The tactics this idiot tried are a carbon copy of what he did in March before Liberation Day, that’s why Canadians called their stupid bluff again with little hesitation.