Here we go again, one bad apple, one negligent PM appointment and we have a monarchy debate on our hands (only 1,601 polled). Canadians should open up the history books (basic Canadian history, nothing too obscure) and understand why the border with the USA is there in the first place and how Canada came to be. The two countries simply did not just wake up over the last 400+ years as two independent, friendly first world countries with a long unguarded line between them from common Anglo roots (Franco-Anglo roots for Canada). Although opinions in this country differ of monarchy, bilingualism, military, unifying railroads, separation, Sir John A., health care, CFL, centuries old industries etc. it is very disappointing that Canada no longer seems basically respectful nor proud to uphold its significant, defining and historical institutions it has in this more globalized, dare to say Americanized, world and 21st century. Can we improve things - absolutely. We regard, respect even defend all cultures and institutions...yet tear down our own.
https://nationalpost.com/news/canada/support-for-monarchy-role-of-governor-general-falling-among-canadians-poll-finds
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