Do you think Canada is still “Elbows Up”? And why is Trump picking on us?According to new data, Canadians are more divided regarding Carney’s approach to trade relations with the United States than earlier in the year. Leger reports 45% of Canadians surveyed favour an assertive “Elbows Up” approach with counter-tariffs, while 41% prefer a more measured strategy focused on stability. So, what does that actually mean? And does Prime Minister Carney have any other options? Let’s talk about it on Episode 199!
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This episode was recorded on: August 15, 2025
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CHAPTERS
01:49 Public Opinion on Trade Strategies
03:45 Understanding 'Elbows Up' in Negotiations
06:05 The Long Game: Patience in Trade Negotiations
08:57 Trump's Approach to Trade and Its Implications
12:40 The Importance of Strategy in Trade Deals
FURTHER READING
August 2025 Report: Federal Politics, EV Mandates, Trade Tensions, and Foreign Policy
https://leger360.com/federal-politics-ev-mandates-trade-tensions-and-foreign-policy/
The U.S. Alcohol Industry Is Reeling From Canada’s Booze Boycott
https://www.wsj.com/business/us-alcohol-industry-canada-boycott-71dbd1e0
Trump fires lead official on economic data as tariffs cause market drop
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvg3xrrzdr0o
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