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Originally Posted by edslunch
He talks tough on Ukraine for domestic political purposes but in reality we have less than zero influence internationally. Given that Russia is and will continue to be a major player in the north, this tough talk is likely to have long term consequences for Canada. Not saying we should just roll over but diplomacy is way more nuanced that Harper can understand
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I don't disagree that we can't do much, but that's not his fault. We're a small country. We have taken a tougher stand than the US and especially the EU though.
As far as international diplomacy being out of his reach, I dont know. As I said already I don't like the guy and won't be voting for him. But I think he's a decent statesman. I think a comment like that is just out of anger. Can you educate or remind me about major flubs? Besides sucking up to the US and the NSA too much. I'll concede that right now.
Not being combative, actually asking.