Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 02/09/2026We knew Wilbur Ross was an incompetent Commerce Secretary but Lutnick surpasses his arrogance.threads.comAaron Rupar (@aaron.rupar) on ThreadsLutnick: "If you are gonna mess with the United States of America and its economy and you're right adjacent to our northern border, it was really disrespectful. When you treat Donald Trump disrespectf... 020
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 25/08/2026Christian Convert Who Fled Iran and Was Ousted From U.S. Finds a New Home When you become convinced the world is going to hell in a handcart it is heartwarming to read that there are still good people doing good things. Let’s wish her much happiness .nytimes.comChristian Convert Who Fled Iran and Was Deported By Trump Finds New HomeArtemis Ghasemzadeh, who had escaped religious persecution, was deported to Panama under Trump’s immigration crackdown. Now, Canada has given her asylum. 020
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 25/08/2026What’s next? Giving serious consideration to changing the name of Canada Geese to Gesse of America! 000
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 24/08/2026So first Duffy and now Vance saying Canada requires protection from the US to avoid being invaded. Expect to soon hear we eating our dogs or something equally asinine. How do these idiots get elected.threads.comJoydip Shome (@joy__toyourworld) on ThreadsJD Vance says that if it wasn’t for the US and its protection, Canada would get “invaded by a foreign country”. US and your administration is literally the only one threatening Canada. No one else J... 000
Reposted by MichaelThe New York Times @nytimes.com · 22/08/2026News Analysis: Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada walked away from what he thought was a bad trade deal with the U.S. Many Canadians are behind him, but it will be costly.trib.alCarney Stands Up to Trump in U.S.-Canada Trade WarCanada’s prime minister walked away from what he thought was a bad trade deal with the United States. Many Canadians are behind him, but it will be costly. 6518130
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 18/08/2026Canadian sentiment is hardening towards American trade policy. If a fair deal is not reached expect public opinion to put pressure on PM Carney to retaliate. Canadians won’t tolerate bullying by Jamison Greer.nytimes.comIt’s Crunchtime Again for Canada to Avoid New U.S. TariffsCanada is seeking a deal to dodge further economic pain at the hands of the Trump administration on midnight Tuesday. But at what cost? 000
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 24/07/2026Canada: Neighbor or 51st State? Further evidence - if it was needed - of Trump’s ambition to expand US dominance over Canada. Rude shock ahead when Carney selects Swedish fighter over F-35.nytimes.comVideo: Opinion | Canada: Neighbor or 51st State?Is the United States actually going to annex Canada? On “Interesting Times,” the Opinion columnist Ross Douthat pushes the senior Trump administration official Elbridge Colby on just how real the thre... 030
Reposted by MichaelThe Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · 17/07/2026President Trump threatened to impose tariffs on Canada in retaliation for wildfire smoke, but it was not clear that he has the legal authority to impose such a levy. Trump wrote in a Truth Social post that the cost of the pollution was “incalculable.”washingtonpost.comTrump wants to impose tariffs on Canada in retaliation for wildfire smokeThe White House did not respond to questions about what legal mechanism he would use to impose the tariffs or how the administration would calculate the rate of the levies. 424820
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 17/07/2026Like a good neighbour Trump joins the chorus of GOP politicians calling on Canada to manage its forests to prevent wild fires and smoke crossing the border. None of these morons acknowledges the role of climate change. BTW Canada isn’t paying for the tariffs - US businesses and consumers pay.threads.comMeidasTouch (@meidastouch) on ThreadsTrump says he is going to increase tariffs on Canada due to the wildfires 030
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 31/05/2026Question: Why did Trump endorse Paxton? Ezra explores several possible explanations. One he overlooks is that Trump expects the House to flip introduce articles of insurrection. Trump will then need loyal Senators to avoid conviction and he concluded Paxton was a better bet than Cornyn.podcasts.apple.comDoes Trump Want to Lose the Midterms?Podcast Episode · The Ezra Klein Show · May 29 · 1h 15m 010
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 25/05/2026Pete Hoekstra is US Ambassador to Canada. He expresses frustration that Canadians refuse to kowtow to Trump and won’t sell US liquor and wine. Wait until Chinese EV’s arrive, F35 contract is canceled for Swedish Griffins and Alberta’s MAGA Premier is removed from office. Stay tuned Pete.threads.comScott Robertson (@sarobertson_) on ThreadsPete Hoekstra: You've got folks who are doing everything they can to get the Canadian public to rally against America. Just doesn't make any sense. Radio-Canada: But do you understand where that frus... 000
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 19/05/2026Much distress over expectation the J6 goons will receive compensation. Wait for the Treasury to cuts checks to Steve Bannon, Roger Stone and Peter Navaro. Can’t make this shit up! 010
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 23/04/2026RFK and DJT audition for reprise of “Dumb and Dumber”bsky.app 000
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 22/04/2026A $440,000 Breast Reduction: How Doctors Cashed In on a Consumer Protection Law Another example of the road to hell is paved with good intentions. I never thought I would feel empathy with health insurers but greedy doctors have done it.nytimes.comA $440,000 Breast Reduction: How Doctors Cashed In on a Consumer Protection Law 000
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 16/04/2026Vance’s forthcoming book publisher must be pulling their hair out as they revise downward estimates of book sales. 010
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 08/02/2026I’m an atheist but God Bless David French. His writings explore America’s history revealing its sins while marvelling at its virtues. A consistent theme is that today’s turmoil is transient and Americans after doing everything wrong get it right in end.nytimes.comOpinion | A Movie About America Broke My Heart 010
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 06/02/2026Worthwhile read.nytimes.comOpinion | The Globalization of Canadian Rage 010
Reposted by MichaelMary L Trump @maryltrump.bsky.social · 05/02/2026Every American needs to watch this: 5972080710424
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 04/02/2026Ross Douthat comes to his senses and regrets voting for Trump. History is littered with such recantations. Not since Buckley turned on Nixon have we seen a Conservative intellectual reverse his endorsement of a sitting President. Better late than never.podcasts.apple.com‘Trump Has Lost the Country’Podcast Episode · Interesting Times with Ross Douthat · 2026-02-04 · 4m 010
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 30/01/2026Time for Amazon’s institutional investors to initiate a class action against Bezos and the board of directors.nytimes.comAmazon’s Promotion of ‘Melania’ Has Critics Questioning Its Motives 000
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 25/01/2026Elbows Up vs. Hegemonnytimes.comOpinion | Trump Just Proved Carney’s Point 000
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 24/01/2026A video reprise of 1991 and Rodney King’s beating by LAPD. King wasn’t shot and survived. Doesn’t appear this victim will. 000
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 24/01/2026Douthat warns that Carney may have lept from the frying pan into the fire. He acknowledges that seeking an alternative to Trump is reasonable but China’s leadership is equally risky.nytimes.comOpinion | Can Middle Powers Like Canada Exist Between America and China? 000
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 22/01/2026French accurately observes that countries like Canada have come to the realization that MAGA is more than Trump. The statements and actions of Vance, Rubio, Bessent, Lutnick et al reveal the rot is deep. If 40% of Americans approve of GOP policies then Canada needs to pivot.nytimes.comOpinion | Divorce, Canadian Style 020
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 20/01/2026Worthwhile to watch and listen. Provides a stark assessment of great power rivalry and calls on middle powers to build new networks based on common values. The world needs Canada’s voice and leadership in these dangerous times.youtube.comDavos LIVE: Canadian PM Mark Carney speaks at World Economic ForumYouTube video by Associated Press 030
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 16/01/2026Good start to diversifying away from US.nytimes.comCanada Breaks With U.S. to Slash Tariffs on Some Chinese Electric Vehicles 030
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 15/01/2026Leavitt doesn’t like the answer to her question so she attacks the questioner accusing him of posing as a journalist. Jury’s out on who is the bigger poser. 040
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 09/01/2026Do you find it odd that Trump justifies his quest forGreenland citing Russia as a security threat but then pivots to trumpet his friendship with Putin. 040
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 08/01/2026Charlie Sykes provides forensic analysis of ICE shooting in Minneapolis. Video refutes Trump/Noem statements. Raises question whether the investigation will be independent and provide accountability for what clearly appears to an untrained ICE agent’s use of force.michaeldsellers.substack.comRenee Good Shooting: Three Shots, One Timeline: A Preliminary Forensic Video BreakdownA Deeper Look Visual Investigation 030
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 24/12/2025David From offers an insightful review of the history of NATO and delves into the rationale for isolationists like J.D. Vance who oppose its role in providing collective security and advancing democratic norms.podcasts.apple.comWhy Has Comedy Become So Right-Wing?Podcast Episode · The David Frum Show · 2025-12-24 · 1h 1m 050
Reposted by MichaelTimothy Snyder @timothysnyder.bsky.social · 21/12/2025In English we know it as “Carol of the Bells,” but the melody arises from a Ukrainian folk tradition of songs welcoming the new year and summoning the forces of nature to meet human labor and bring prosperity. Do listen. I wrote about the history here: snyder.substack.com/p/o-generous... 782268867
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 24/11/2025Carville pins Democrat hopes on pivoting to economic rage. He cites rising costs for food, utilities, and childcare but ignores healthcare premiums. Was omission of healthcare intentional?nytimes.comOpinion | James Carville: Out With Woke. In With Rage. 080
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 22/11/2025Real estate agents in south Florida must be incensed. This wasn’t supposed to happen. 070
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 14/11/2025Mr French offers a thoughtful examination of the President’s authority to pardon. Well worth reading. In Canada, the power to grant clemency, including pardons, is not primarily held by the Prime Minister in the same way the U.S. President holds the pardon power. Worth considering.nytimes.comOpinion | One of the Founders’ Worst Fears Has Been Realized 060
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 10/11/2025What if the Monarchy Went Out With a Bang? Can we not get some respite from Ross Douthat. It’s depressing enough when he trains his sights on American culture but deeply unsettling when he develves into topics he has nothing original to offer.nytimes.comOpinion | What if the Monarchy Went Out With a Bang? 020
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 27/10/2025Yet another NYT editorial reporting that polls show a majority of American disapprove of a Trump policy. Got to ask yourself where are these citizens who polls reveal want gun reform, legal abortions and healthcare reform when it’s time to vote.nytimes.comOpinion | Being Latino in the United States Should Not Be a Crime 060
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 26/10/2025Another day another cascade of petty grievances. Too bad there isn’t a Nobel Prize for the most “ Grumpy Man of the Year” 050
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 24/10/2025Trump is a toddler. So treat him as one. Evidently he was frustrated that Carney has persisted in pursuing Canada’s interests so he has taken his marbles and ended the game. Time to explore whether China’s marbles are in play. In a choice between Dictators Xi may be best available alternative. 030
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 24/10/2025Trump asserting “Canada cheated” and taking a hissy fit is yet more evidence that trade negotiations are going nowhere. Time for Carney to embrace China. 000
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 16/09/2025Alarming statement. We want to believe Robinson was a twisted incel motivated by hate. His friend described Robinson as fairly typical of a young man his age from Utah. WTF 010
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 02/09/2025According to the good doctor seasonal flu meets his criteria for being a sexually transmitted disease. Maybe only homosexuals get the flu in Kansas. 120
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 02/09/2025NYT reports on White House response to Courts decision on tariffs. Apparently only the Supreme Court can save the American economy from disaster. No mention of any potential action by Congress to provide constitutional cover and legitimize the tariffs (tax increase). SADnytimes.comAfter Court Defeat, Trump Warns of Economic Chaos From Loss of Tariffs 020
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 19/08/2025Don’t frequent Vegas brothels but expect if he added some red velvet the Oval Office could replicate the look 000
Michael @jordan-michael.bsky.social · 14/08/2025It’s thoughtless barbs like these that exhaust the goodwill of neighbours. Elbows up! 032
