Stewart Fleming
@sgfleming.bsky.social
Fireside chat. Toronto 🇨🇦; lived in NYC and Melbourne; been on all 7 continents.
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Trump policies must be stopped.
#BlueCrew
Trump policies must be stopped.
Why is the US treasury secretary interfering in foreign geopolitics?
And, lying about it?
And, lying about it?
'A natural partner': US treasury secretary weighs in on Alberta separatism - BBC News
Scott Bessent's comments come amid a war of words between Ottawa and Washington.
www.bbc.com
January 26, 2026 at 1:54 AM
Why is the US treasury secretary interfering in foreign geopolitics?
And, lying about it?
And, lying about it?
The corrupt FIFA will penalize any country that boycotts.
January 25, 2026 at 9:51 PM
The corrupt FIFA will penalize any country that boycotts.
The assault on the Constitution is coming from inside the (White) house.
The killing of Alex Pretti is a heartbreaking tragedy. It should also be a wake-up call to every American, regardless of party, that many of our core values as a nation are increasingly under assault.
January 25, 2026 at 6:45 PM
The assault on the Constitution is coming from inside the (White) house.
Trump and the Republicans continue to wage war on Canada.
(economic war is a form of warfare against a sovereign country)
The US is nobody's ally anymore.
(economic war is a form of warfare against a sovereign country)
The US is nobody's ally anymore.
Trump threatens new 100% tariffs on Canada over possible trade deal with China | CNN Business
President Donald Trump on Saturday threatened to slap 100% tariffs on Canadian imports if America’s second-biggest trading partner makes a trade deal with China.
www.cnn.com
January 24, 2026 at 4:18 PM
Trump and the Republicans continue to wage war on Canada.
(economic war is a form of warfare against a sovereign country)
The US is nobody's ally anymore.
(economic war is a form of warfare against a sovereign country)
The US is nobody's ally anymore.
This. 💯
This is our country. This is our future. The choice is ours.
We choose Canada.
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We choose Canada.
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We choose Canada • Nous choisissons le Canada
YouTube video by Mark Carney
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January 23, 2026 at 10:58 PM
This. 💯
Trump is demented.
US allies of the past 80 yrs are no longer allies of the US.
Canada lost the 3rd most number of soldiers in Afghanistan, 159.
More than 40,000 members of the Canadian Armed Forces served in Afghanistan between 2001 and 2014; the largest military engagement for Canada since WWII.
US allies of the past 80 yrs are no longer allies of the US.
Canada lost the 3rd most number of soldiers in Afghanistan, 159.
More than 40,000 members of the Canadian Armed Forces served in Afghanistan between 2001 and 2014; the largest military engagement for Canada since WWII.
Trump angers allies with claim NATO troops ‘stayed a little back’ from frontlines in Afghanistan | CNN
US President Donald Trump has once again questioned whether NATO allies would “be there” if the United States “ever needed them,” claiming that the alliance’s troops “stayed a little back” from the fr...
www.cnn.com
January 23, 2026 at 10:56 PM
Trump is demented.
US allies of the past 80 yrs are no longer allies of the US.
Canada lost the 3rd most number of soldiers in Afghanistan, 159.
More than 40,000 members of the Canadian Armed Forces served in Afghanistan between 2001 and 2014; the largest military engagement for Canada since WWII.
US allies of the past 80 yrs are no longer allies of the US.
Canada lost the 3rd most number of soldiers in Afghanistan, 159.
More than 40,000 members of the Canadian Armed Forces served in Afghanistan between 2001 and 2014; the largest military engagement for Canada since WWII.
Scott Bessent: another ugly American.
Trump goes off the deep end shouting foreign interference in US politics when Ontario Premier Ford runs commercials in the US using Pres. Reagan's audio.
But, Bessent propping up an old Alberta anti-federal govt faction is not foreign interference in Canada?
Trump goes off the deep end shouting foreign interference in US politics when Ontario Premier Ford runs commercials in the US using Pres. Reagan's audio.
But, Bessent propping up an old Alberta anti-federal govt faction is not foreign interference in Canada?
‘We should let them come down into the U.S.’: Bessent weighs in on Alberta separatism
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent commented on the separatist movement in Alberta today — making him the highest-ranking member of the Trump administration to weigh in on the province’s politics.
www.ctvnews.ca
January 23, 2026 at 7:34 PM
Scott Bessent: another ugly American.
Trump goes off the deep end shouting foreign interference in US politics when Ontario Premier Ford runs commercials in the US using Pres. Reagan's audio.
But, Bessent propping up an old Alberta anti-federal govt faction is not foreign interference in Canada?
Trump goes off the deep end shouting foreign interference in US politics when Ontario Premier Ford runs commercials in the US using Pres. Reagan's audio.
But, Bessent propping up an old Alberta anti-federal govt faction is not foreign interference in Canada?
Carney fortuitous disinvitation - he will not be a part of Emperor Trump's vanity project.
‘Huge blessing in disguise’ for Carney to be disinvited from Trump’s Board of Peace, professor says
U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to rescind his invitation for Mark Carney to join his “Board of Peace” for Gaza is good news for the Canadian prime minister, says a professor, as the war of wor...
www.ctvnews.ca
January 23, 2026 at 7:16 PM
Carney fortuitous disinvitation - he will not be a part of Emperor Trump's vanity project.
Trump and the Republicans continue to demonstrate that they are enemies of Canada.
The US is the only country that has ever invoked Article 5.
The US is the only country that has ever invoked Article 5.
‘We were the frontline’: Canadian veterans outraged by Trump’s NATO comments
U.S. President Donald Trump is facing backlash from Canadian veterans after suggesting NATO allies did little during the war in Afghanistan, comments veterans say ignore their painful sacrifices.
www.ctvnews.ca
January 23, 2026 at 7:10 PM
Trump and the Republicans continue to demonstrate that they are enemies of Canada.
The US is the only country that has ever invoked Article 5.
The US is the only country that has ever invoked Article 5.
The ironic Board of Peace led by a corrupt convicted felon and twice impeached president, with war criminal Putin a member.
Another Trump grift.
It's best to not be a member.
Another Trump grift.
It's best to not be a member.
Trump withdraws Canada’s invitation to Board of Peace
In an open letter shared on Truth Social Thursday night, U.S. President Donald Trump says Prime Minister Mark Carney’s invitation for the American-led Board of Peace has been withdrawn.
www.ctvnews.ca
January 23, 2026 at 2:17 AM
The ironic Board of Peace led by a corrupt convicted felon and twice impeached president, with war criminal Putin a member.
Another Trump grift.
It's best to not be a member.
Another Trump grift.
It's best to not be a member.
Lutnick is a liar almost on par with Trump.
The total value of trade in goods between the U.S. and China in 2025 was approximately $500 billion.
Is the ugly American trying to bully Canada into not trading with China? Or to be subservient to the US?
The total value of trade in goods between the U.S. and China in 2025 was approximately $500 billion.
Is the ugly American trying to bully Canada into not trading with China? Or to be subservient to the US?
Lutnick: Carney’s China deal opens ‘road map’ to change USMCA
Trump’s commerce secretary accuses Canada of being "arrogant" on the world stage.
www.politico.com
January 22, 2026 at 9:36 PM
Lutnick is a liar almost on par with Trump.
The total value of trade in goods between the U.S. and China in 2025 was approximately $500 billion.
Is the ugly American trying to bully Canada into not trading with China? Or to be subservient to the US?
The total value of trade in goods between the U.S. and China in 2025 was approximately $500 billion.
Is the ugly American trying to bully Canada into not trading with China? Or to be subservient to the US?
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As great powers abandon rules and values for their own interests, middle powers like Canada have a choice: compete with each other for favour or act together with impact.
January 22, 2026 at 1:36 AM
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Rutte seems to be saying that he himself is not a very good leader.
He admitted that he could not get NATO allies to boost defense spending.
Also, the Netherlands, which he led as prime minister for 14 years from 2010 to 2024, has been accused of underspending on defense on his watch.
He admitted that he could not get NATO allies to boost defense spending.
Also, the Netherlands, which he led as prime minister for 14 years from 2010 to 2024, has been accused of underspending on defense on his watch.
NATO’s Rutte says Europe should actually ‘be happy’ Trump’s in charge
“I’m not popular with you now because I’m defending Donald Trump,” says military alliance chief as U.S. president menaces Greenland.
www.politico.eu
January 21, 2026 at 8:39 PM
Rutte seems to be saying that he himself is not a very good leader.
He admitted that he could not get NATO allies to boost defense spending.
Also, the Netherlands, which he led as prime minister for 14 years from 2010 to 2024, has been accused of underspending on defense on his watch.
He admitted that he could not get NATO allies to boost defense spending.
Also, the Netherlands, which he led as prime minister for 14 years from 2010 to 2024, has been accused of underspending on defense on his watch.
Trump didn't negotiate a great deal with Greenland, NATO, and the EU.
They backed him off the edge.
Details are non-existent at this moment, but the US has had a treaty with Denmark and Greenland about US having bases on Greenland.
Miller must be pissed.
They backed him off the edge.
Details are non-existent at this moment, but the US has had a treaty with Denmark and Greenland about US having bases on Greenland.
Miller must be pissed.
January 21, 2026 at 7:57 PM
Trump didn't negotiate a great deal with Greenland, NATO, and the EU.
They backed him off the edge.
Details are non-existent at this moment, but the US has had a treaty with Denmark and Greenland about US having bases on Greenland.
Miller must be pissed.
They backed him off the edge.
Details are non-existent at this moment, but the US has had a treaty with Denmark and Greenland about US having bases on Greenland.
Miller must be pissed.
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January 21, 2026 at 12:33 AM
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This.
In an era of great power rivalry, Canada is choosing to be principled and pragmatic. To name reality, to act together, and to build what we claim to believe in.
January 20, 2026 at 9:30 PM
This.
Trump and the Republicans have made the US an enemy of Canada.
It is insane that the world has come to this.
It is insane that the world has come to this.
17 per cent of Americans want the U.S. to annex Canada: survey
A majority of Americans want Canada and Greenland to remain independent and autonomous, according to a new public opinion poll.
www.ctvnews.ca
January 20, 2026 at 9:09 PM
Trump and the Republicans have made the US an enemy of Canada.
It is insane that the world has come to this.
It is insane that the world has come to this.
Trump wants to own the resources in Greenland.
US security is a far off secondary issue.
Trump's other angles include using those resources to increase the Trump family's wealth, consume power as a dictator, and trying to gain leverage over Canada's resources during trade negotiations.
US security is a far off secondary issue.
Trump's other angles include using those resources to increase the Trump family's wealth, consume power as a dictator, and trying to gain leverage over Canada's resources during trade negotiations.
January 20, 2026 at 1:45 PM
Trump wants to own the resources in Greenland.
US security is a far off secondary issue.
Trump's other angles include using those resources to increase the Trump family's wealth, consume power as a dictator, and trying to gain leverage over Canada's resources during trade negotiations.
US security is a far off secondary issue.
Trump's other angles include using those resources to increase the Trump family's wealth, consume power as a dictator, and trying to gain leverage over Canada's resources during trade negotiations.
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Trump is out of control, beyond just corruption to benefit himself and his family's fortune.
Trump is out of control, beyond just corruption to benefit himself and his family's fortune.
Danish Parliament Deputy Speaker Lars-Christian Brask:
"If I could come with some advice, it would be for the Senate & House to start to take control of political power in America because with this erratic & mad behaviour, you have to ask the question, is the President capable of running the US?"
"If I could come with some advice, it would be for the Senate & House to start to take control of political power in America because with this erratic & mad behaviour, you have to ask the question, is the President capable of running the US?"
January 19, 2026 at 7:39 PM
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Trump is out of control, beyond just corruption to benefit himself and his family's fortune.
Trump is out of control, beyond just corruption to benefit himself and his family's fortune.
Republicans are replicating 1930s Germany taking over sovereign nations.
January 19, 2026 at 7:32 PM
Republicans are replicating 1930s Germany taking over sovereign nations.
Republicans agree with Trump, his paramilitary attacking Americans, turning allies into enemies, and taking over a sovereign nation.
This has to be remembered post-Trump - no whitewashing history.
This has to be remembered post-Trump - no whitewashing history.
A stunned Europe gathers to respond after Trump increases pressure over Greenland | CNN
It’s not often that Europe speaks with one voice – or responds with such urgency.
www.cnn.com
January 19, 2026 at 5:12 AM
Republicans agree with Trump, his paramilitary attacking Americans, turning allies into enemies, and taking over a sovereign nation.
This has to be remembered post-Trump - no whitewashing history.
This has to be remembered post-Trump - no whitewashing history.
Extortion 101.
Trump threatens new tariffs on European allies over Greenland until deal reached, as thousands protest | CNN
President Donald Trump said Saturday the United States will impose new tariffs on several European countries unless a deal is reached for the purchase of Greenland, escalating his long-running push fo...
www.cnn.com
January 17, 2026 at 9:33 PM
Extortion 101.
Chris LaCivita, a senior adviser to Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign, posted on social media that it was “asinine … the current Prime Minister of Canada advocating a strategic partnership with communist China.”
What is asinine is the expectation of a reliable partnership with the rogue US.
What is asinine is the expectation of a reliable partnership with the rogue US.
January 16, 2026 at 10:29 PM
Chris LaCivita, a senior adviser to Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign, posted on social media that it was “asinine … the current Prime Minister of Canada advocating a strategic partnership with communist China.”
What is asinine is the expectation of a reliable partnership with the rogue US.
What is asinine is the expectation of a reliable partnership with the rogue US.
Brutalizing citizens is the point of Trump's unaccountable paramilitary.
“Lifeless… foam around his mouth. Nobody wants to see their kids like that.”
ICE attacked a family trying to LEAVE the besieged neighborhood and hospitalized a 6 month old baby that couldn’t breathe.
ICE attacked a family trying to LEAVE the besieged neighborhood and hospitalized a 6 month old baby that couldn’t breathe.
January 16, 2026 at 6:40 PM
Brutalizing citizens is the point of Trump's unaccountable paramilitary.
The US is a rogue state.
Its military is attacking its own citizens.
Republicans are taking the country back to the 1800s.
How long before it's relegated to history with the Roman or Ottoman empires?
Its military is attacking its own citizens.
Republicans are taking the country back to the 1800s.
How long before it's relegated to history with the Roman or Ottoman empires?
Trump threatens new tariffs on countries opposed to Greenland takeover as US lawmakers visit Denmark to ease tensions
The president made the threat while a bipartisan group of US lawmakers were visiting Denmark in the hope of easing tensions over the territory.
www.bbc.com
January 16, 2026 at 6:29 PM
The US is a rogue state.
Its military is attacking its own citizens.
Republicans are taking the country back to the 1800s.
How long before it's relegated to history with the Roman or Ottoman empires?
Its military is attacking its own citizens.
Republicans are taking the country back to the 1800s.
How long before it's relegated to history with the Roman or Ottoman empires?