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Trump calls Canada one of the worst countries, drawing mockery

Original: @ davidaugust ““His own mouth, unsupervised as usual, told the room that Canada is “one of the worst countries in the en

US President Donald Trump is quoted telling a room that Canada is 'one of the worst countries in the entire world.' Commenters are pushing back sharply, noting Canada's support for the United States, including firefighters sent during wildfires, electricity supplied during grid failures, and oil exports. The remark has triggered ridicule and criticism of the president's treatment of a close ally.

Why now: The president's harsh words about a close ally contradict Canada's record of support for the US, prompting widespread reaction.

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• @ davidaugust ““His own mouth, unsupervised as usual, told the room that Canada is “one of the worst countries in the entire world.” Canada, the country that sends firies when your state is burning, electricity when your grid is shitting itself, oil when your SUV is thirsty,… · hanspetermeyer@mstdn.ca · 8

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