💨 Abstract

A 1987 Ronald Reagan speech, where he warned against tariffs and trade barriers, was used in a Canadian ad, angering Donald Trump. Trump accused Canada of misrepresenting facts and ended trade negotiations, escalating tensions. The ad, funded by Ontario, highlighted Reagan’s stance that tariffs lead to retaliation and job losses. Canada, heavily reliant on US trade, seeks to diversify exports amid tariff threats.

Courtesy: Sarah Hooper