The David Lin Report · Thursday, September 17, 2026
Prime Minister Mark Carney released a video message stating that US tariffs were meant to pressure Canada into annexation but instead made Canada stronger and diversified its trade. The message has been used effectively by the Liberal Party for political advantage, particularly in response to perceived insults to Canadian sovereignty.
“McNally's 50% tariff was meant to pressure us into dependence and eventually annexation by the United States. In reality, it did just the opposite. Rather than getting weaker, Canada grew stronger. Instead of becoming more dependent, we diversified by changing who we did business with.”
“Our forefathers understood that building this improbable country in an inhospitable land wouldn't always be easy. But they also knew that they could rely on one of Canada's strongest traits. Resilience. Canada strong isn't just about withstanding this crisis. It's about coming out of it stronger, more resilient, and more independent than when we started.”
“So, I think that was a provocative statement that obviously Prime Minister Carney has used to great advantage and the Liberal Party used to great advantage.”