Allan Rock

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We’ve worked with Liberal PMs going back to Pierre Trudeau. Here’s why Chrystia Freeland should be next

We’ve worked with Liberal PMs going back to Pierre Trudeau. Here’s why Chrystia Freeland should be next

When Liberals vote on March 9, they will be selecting not only their party’s leader but also the next Prime Minister of Canada. We have had the privilege of working with Liberal prime ministers going back to Pierre Trudeau and have seen first-hand the nature and number of demands made on the person who holds that office, as well as...

The Time Has Come for Canada to Hit Back

The Time Has Come for Canada to Hit Back

With each successive provocation, it is becoming clear that President Donald Trump’s fixation with Canada is more than a negotiating ploy. Whether or not Trump seeks to revisit 19th century thinking about America’s “manifest destiny,” his comments threaten Canadian sovereignty. His demeaning treatment of Canada and its prime minister — from his coercive threat of 25% tariffs to his mendacity...

It’s time for Canada to tell Donald Trump that enough is enough

It’s time for Canada to tell Donald Trump that enough is enough

One or two things I have learned about my country: first, Canadians tend to avoid overt displays of nationalism. Quiet pride rather than loud boasting is more our style. We know we are fortunate and are calmly grateful instead of noisily assertive. We celebrate domestic successes, revere our heroes and feel wonderful when one of our own is recognized for...