I have been curious what the tipping point will be for
@GOP
to break with Trump. I have wrongly thought we were at that point many times before so today I am skeptical we are there now but I really don’t know what line needs to be crossed because we have crossed so many.
Twenty years ago today, a tiny town in Newfoundland took in 6,700 passengers who were stranded on 9/11.
They didn't care about politics or who the President was.
They opened their homes to complete strangers in their hour of need.
It's what neighbours do.
#Humanity
🇺🇲 🇨🇦
Today as the former US Ambassor to Canada I am calling on Peter Navarro to formally and publicly apologize to
@JustinTrudeau
and more importantly the Canadian people for his insulting and inappropriate remarks on
@FoxNewsSunday
Peter Navarro: "There’s a special place in hell for any foreign leader that engages in bad faith diplomacy with President Donald J. Trump and then tries to stab him in the back on the way out the door...that’s what bad faith Justin Trudeau did with that stunt press conference."
The protests in Ottawa Canada 🇨🇦 and the Ambassador Bridge are less and less about Vaccines and more and more about political extremism and desires to disrupt the Canadian government and economy (done with external radical influences and money)
Seriously.
@realDonaldTrump
says he rejects meeting with
@JustinTrudeau
and again threatens taxing Autos. “Canada has treated us badly” he says. As former Ambassador to Canada I can tell you he is not telling the truth.
As a former US Ambassador I swore loyalty to the Constitution of The United States of America of which I continue to uphold my oath. I am a loyal American who is also Jewish and I am very proud of both. I will not be voting for
@realDonaldTrump
nor anyone who supports him.
Hey Canada 🇨🇦 the crazy voices you hear are a minority and they don’t represent the USA 🇺🇸. We appreciate the fact that you are our neighbour and friend. We appreciate you have our back and we have yours too. Thanks for being you. Canada we ❤️ you!
Those that swore under oath to preserve and protect the US Constitution against enemies foreign and domestic now have a duty to uphold their oath of office.
Canada US relations used to be mainly about solving technical issues. Today Canada is unfortunately experiencing radical US politicians involving themselves in Canadian domestic issues. Trump and his followers are a threat not just to the US but to all democracies.
What alternative universe have I awakened in where Republicans and
@FoxNews
continue to use the words like tyrant and tyranny for our ally and friend the Prime Minister of Canada and not for Putin after an invasion of Ukraine ?
I am not a lawyer. I no longer work in US Government. I do not speak for anyone but myself but based on my experience if you are not from Canada and you go there to cause mischief and are arrested you should expect a fairly significant punishment-Especially during this moment.
The big story out of Ottawa today is how the average citizen fed up with what has been happening in their city took to the streets and peacefully exerted themselves. I am sure there will be more on this tomorrow but for now…wow!
Canada is our best friend. Canada is our largest trading partner. Canada is a critical ally. Canada is our neighbor and we share so much together. Let’s park our politics at the door on both sides of our border. Let’s protect this relationship!
When we look back on the causes of the blockade at the Ambassador bridge (hopefully soon) it will be clear this wouldn’t have gained so much traction without the support from right wing media and radicalized politicians.
To our friends in Canada. I know how hard you worked to make the case for the Security Council. I was rooting for you. Make no mistake this decision does not diminish your global diplomatic role and I can firmly say today -The world needs more of Canada.
Blocking critical transportation arteries is not a protest it is criminal activity. Holding up food, medicines, access to medical care impacts more than economy it impacts lives.
I have heard a lot of speeches by
@JustinTrudeau
and can honestly say tonight’s address in Parliament was one of his very best. Combination of heart and head. Science. Empathy. Passion.
Regardless of your party affiliation or what country you call home- we all need to stand up against hate. Hate symbols and hate speech shouldn’t be accepted.
Busy media day. Half trying to explain to Canadians why the involvement of some Americans is improper and half explaining to Americans why the involvement of some Americans in the financing and support of disruptive activities in Canada is improper. Did my best. Wrong is wrong
As
@BarackObama
Ambassador to Canada I got to work directly with
@JustinTrudeau
and saw his dedication and effectiveness as a leader. Canada has been very well served with
@JustinTrudeau
as their Prime Minister.
I was proud to work with Justin Trudeau as President. He's a hard-working, effective leader who takes on big issues like climate change. The world needs his progressive leadership now, and I hope our neighbors to the north support him for another term.
I have had a lot of conversations today with Canadians and it is abundantly clear
@realDonaldTrump
has done more damage to the Canada US relationship than any other single person.
To my American friends I personally don’t recommend international travel including Canada during this
#COVID19
crisis. While Canadians don’t specifically prohibit US citizens we should be respectful of them during this time.
I really loved the fact that
@POTUS
and
@JustinTrudeau
were briefed about the UFO and discussed path ahead then made a joint decision together and took action. People always ask me “how is the US Canada relationship?”. Today tells us a lot. In my book it’s very very strong.
As the former US Ambassador to Canada let me clarify. Prior to
@realDonaldTrump
puting hostile and harmful tariffs on Canadian steel & aluminum-more than 99% of all trade with Canada was tariff free. We can now go back to what trade was before Trump's horribly wrong tariff tax
Starting Monday, our great Farmers can begin doing business again with Mexico and Canada. They have both taken the tariff penalties off of your great agricultural product. Please be sure that you are treated fairly. Any complaints should immediately go to
@SecretarySonny
Perdue!
When the US radical right is going after Canada nobody is safe. When I say democracy is fragile I mean it. We shall survive this onslaught but only if we don’t remain silent bystanders. Stand up for our friend Canada and let your voice be heard.
Serving as President Obama’s Ambassador to Canada was an honor of the lifetime and I share in his confidence in our friend
@JustinTrudeau
. Good luck to a great friend who continues to inspire and make me proud!
Wishing my friend
@JustinTrudeau
the best in Canada’s upcoming election. Justin has been an effective leader and strong voice for democratic values, and I’m proud of the work we did together.
I know what has happened in Ottawa does not represent Canada as whole- the country I came to love. But like a small fire left unattended that can spread into a conflagration both we Americans and Canadians need to do our very best to mitigate these extremists in our countries.
The developing story about the Canadian protests is who funded them and why? Evidence is mounting that radicalized Americans have some responsibility here. I look forward to discussing why this never should have happened to our best friend, largest trading partner, ally,neighbor.
Tomorrow is 9/11. A painful day for America. I remember it like yesterday. But I also came to appreciate as the US Ambassador to Canada how much the Canadians were there for us in our time of need and I want to once again say THANK YOU CANADA 🇨🇦!!
As the former US Ambassador to Canada I am disturbed by the spreading of fake US-Canada trade data on the internet. Let me be 100% clear. Virtually all (99%) of the goods traded between the US and Canada have no (zero!) tariffs. Don’t believe any of the fake tables.
In a press conf today
@POTUS
referring to Canada’s Foreign Minister
@cafreeland
“We don’t like their representative very much”. I can say as the US Ambassador I had the privilege to work w/ her & she is a consummate professional and good friend.
Just finished watching both
@JoeBiden
and
@realDonaldTrump
and I am ready to start again tomorrow working to secure every vote possible for
@JoeBiden
The choice is so clear.
@JoeBiden
has it: Empathy, Integrity & Intelligence plus the desire to bring our country together
#VOTE
Some are confused by the reporting on how a Prime Minister of Canada can order US and Canadian Jets to shoot down an object but
@NORADCommand
is under binational command -US and Canada. This partnership has endured since the late 1950’s and is strong today.
I have message for Canada as a result of today’s Mueller hearing- Protect your upcoming elections from foreign government interference. Don’t let what happened (is happening) to us happen to you.
Georgia: Remember mail in ballots coming in from Americans living overseas. During the November race they came in overwhelmingly for
@JoeBiden
and the total exceeded his 11,779 victory coming in at 19,000. The number from abroad should be strong tonight too!! Thanks
@DemsAbroad
How many votes came from Georgians living abroad? Around 19,000. Thank you Georgian Americans Abroad and of course Ambassadors for
@JoeBiden
and
@DemsAbroad
for all of your hard work.
What hits you when you travel to Canada? Metric system ❤️ , car lights on during the day!, kindness at every level, poutine is a food group, 30 minutes outside of any city is wilderness and lakes and cottages. Worth a trip now that the border is open!
Just sayin. On my birthday so many things I am happy for -family, friends, country and … my experience as US Ambassador to Canada- it changed my life for the better. Thank you 🇨🇦 Canada.
Four years ago this week I left Ottawa as the US Ambassador to Canada.
@vshey
and I have spent the last 4 years countering the Trump narrative especially when it came to his negative words and actions re Canada US relations.
They said that guy Trump could never be president. They said abortion rights are protected and no way they will be lost or under threat. They said people can love who they love without threat. They said immigration was our strength and we will always welcome the huddled masses…
The more I think about Russia getting an exemption for Aluminum tariffs & Canada being taxed on the grounds of national security the more insensed I become. Not right! Not even close. Where are the Republicans? Who among them will stand up for Canada? Let us hear your voice. Now!
@jdawsey1
@WaPoSean
@damianpaletta
@ericawerner
As Ambassador I worked 24 hours a day for 3 years to enhance our relationship with our best friend Canada. When I left it was the best relationship the USA had in the world. The President is casually throwing Canada under the bus and this is just wrong.
HUGE 🔥🔥American Voter Abroad: Georgia officials just announce there are American abroad voters already in totals of 17529 (counted already) and those post marked on or before Election Day and received by Friday will be counted (8899 ballots sent that could still show up)
Something is wrong at home when Americans have to drive to Canada to get affordable insulin or access to baby formula or maybe in the near future women who want to make choices over their body. Thanks neighbour but we should be doing a better job at home with our healthcare
Of the nearly 170 embassies in Washington everyone wanted the coveted first call with
@POTUS
. Canada got it. Rightfully so but having been a US Amb I know these things don’t just accidentally happen-kudos to the US Govt officials & Canadian Govt officials
@KirstenHillmanA
🇺🇸🇨🇦
As the former US Ambassador to Canada during
@BarackObama
second term I can say with a high degree of confidence
@realDonaldTrump
is misinformed. Canada is in fact our best trading partner and we have a surplus ( they buy more from us than we buy from them).
If we import ANY oil I prefer from Canada over any others (which is more than any other country) but I prefer we reduce dependence on fossil fuels and not have to import ANY at all. If we invest in new energy infrastructure I prefer non fossil fuel investments (in Canada and USA)
FLASH: DO NOT MAIL YOUR BALLOTS BACK. At this point 1-vote in person 2-or drop off ballot at official ballot drop off location 3- if you need to send use courier service ie UPS, FedEx,DHL. 4- do it now today 5-tell others the same.
#VoteEarly
#VoteBlue
Fun event last night. Productive two days. Friends. Allies. Neighbours. And yes family. 🇨🇦🇺🇸 Thank you Canada for hosting and allowing me to come back to Ottawa and celebrate with you.
When you see a Canadian stop and thank them for being such a good friend and neighbor. They have always been there for us and unfortunately the
@realDonaldTrump
Trump Administration is treating them badly. Let them know his actions do not reflect our nation.
This is not a joke. As the former US Ambassador to Canada I am calling on the US to stop tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum before it further jeopardizes our relationship. They and their steel/aluminum are not a national security risk. We are risking too much for too little.
.
@morningmika
@Morning_Joe
As Ambassador I worked 24 hrs a day for 3 years to enhance our relationship with our best friend Canada. When I left it was the best relationship the USA had in the world. The President is casually throwing Canada under the bus and this is just wrong.
NEW - Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly says Canada has expelled a top Indian diplomat over the potential link between the India government and the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
#cdnpoli
URGENT FLORIDIANS LIVING ABROAD: we need your ballots back now. Check to follow all state rules, make sure your signature matches your application and FAX it back ASAP.
111,000 dead Americans from a virus, millions out of work, protests across the nation due to racism and this has all happened since March. On your watch sir
@realDonaldTrump
We have had difficult days Loss of life to a virus & many jobs too. Our neighbor Canada has been impacted as well but they also had additional moments of pain. A mass shooting, a loss of Canadian service members in a copter crash and today a loss of a young pilot.Thinking of you
Let’s honor (honour) all the journalists that are putting themselves in danger all to make sure we have accurate reporting. Thank you for all you do. We value and appreciate it!!
Mass shootings also take place outside the USA. Canada has rarely experienced such horrific crimes but this week they had the worst of such events in a mass shooting in Nova Scotia. Those of us who know the pain first hand should extend words to comfort our friend and neighbor.
Many Canadians are giddy at the prospect that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle could be moving to Canada, injecting some razzle dazzle to the sprawling, bone-chillingly cold country.
To Canadians watching the US news. Believe in America & trust that our system works. Also believe in the American public. Regardless of political party most Americans love our country and our relationship w/ Canada. Stick with us as you always have! Thanks friend
The path ahead is always uncertain but having leaders we trust that are honest & true to justice is what we need. In the USA
@JoeBiden
& in Canada
@JustinTrudeau
& in Ukraine
@ZelenskyyUa
. You may not agree with all their policies but we should support them now against Putin.