see, this is the stupid narrative they want - that tough-guy trudeau is standing up to the bully americans and their oppressive open-border, free-movement policies. fuck them and their human rights.

it's absurd.

but, these are absurd people. and, this seems to be what they want - canadian nationalism, blatant xenophobia and rampant anti-americanism. in their mind, casting the yankees out as enemies makes them stronger, electorally.

it's trumpism, through a canadian filter. this is what trudeau has become...

https://www.ctvnews.ca/health/coronavirus/businesses-u-s-legislators-fume-as-canada-extends-travel-ban-trudeau-stands-firm-1.5477470