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Did anyone else have the 'Meet The Grahams' backing track playing in their head during Trudeau's speech, or was it just me

Excellent speech!

I don't like Trudeau, but this speech was great. Intelligent when he needed to be, simple when addressing Trump. A strong start to this trade war which as he said, we don't want. I hope along with Ford we hit America where it hurts. Maybe when their groceries skyrocket in price and their trucks are gone they'll really see where their votes went.\n\nI personally can attest I'm no longer buying DOOM: The Dark Ages, or games on Steam for that matter. I cancelled an order I had from Amazon, and I used to buy Reaper Miniatures, which I will no longer be doing. I'm not going to A&W, or any fast-food chain, or restaurant owned by Americans.

You can give an intelligent speech but if the people who need to hear you are part of a mass cult, your words fall on deaf ears. Sadly, the only people listening already agree with you.

Definitely an articulate speaker- unlike Trump’s vocabulary of a 4th grader. \n\nWill Trudeau’s speech be broadcast on Fox News? The MAGA viewers need to watch this.\n\nSpoiler alert: All the Republican Congressmen puppets will line up and condemn Canada.

This is going to be tough ! Maybe you shouldn't have made us so dependent on the US and shut down our natural resources and ruined our economy. Nice speech douch canoe

That was such an uplifting speech prime minister Trudeau. I hope our president listens to you. Thank you for trying.

holy shit did he just give a good speech?

Hello from Germany ??! Let’s do trade on gas, oil and more! (Germany and Europe) I must say: great speech and with all respect ? Canada ? was represented here, even his ratings are not good. But this was a historic speech and address which no other leader in Canada do better ??

I like how he dumbed out his speech when he was speaking directly to Drumph.

Great speech Mr. Trudeau. that's how a true President should sound. not like Diaper Don.

A powerful speech. Very sad, but it is necessary against an egocentric us president who supports the aggressive dictator putin. Greetings from Berlin.

As an American I could careless what Trudeau the dictator has to say.. free speech something your citizens can't even practice..

Great Speech...craps on Trump.

Excellent speech, PM Trudeo we are watching from United Kingdom, and President Trump is making the biggest mistake. American public needs to raise a voice.

His speech was not only eloquent and well addressed. I loved the paused, calm but firm way in which he spoke. I had my criticism of him, due to some policies of his government, but now, I'd be SO proud to have him as a prime minister. Well done, Mr. Trudeau. Stand strong, Canadians ??✊? From a Brazilian living in Spain, Europe.

Very civilised , sensible and logical speech

You know how weird it feels to be American and listen to him make this speech and think, damn, i feel like I’m on the wrong team ?

As a Canadian, I voted against Trudeau and strongly dislike the liberal party, but this speech was articulate and highly effective it may be extremely proud well done Justin Trudeau

One thing ...and the only thing trudeau does well ..is giving a speach . For 9 years trudeau has ignored our border and drugs coming and going ..for 9 years .. but he gives a damn good speech .

I listened PM Trudeau speech more than 3×. What a great leader Canada has ?? ❤( probably the politest country on our planet)

What a speech from a dignified leader! Take note Donald.

One thing about Justin Trudeau. \nHe's an excellent talker but the worst Prime Minister Canada has ever see.\nDon't be fooled by his nice hair and speech. It's because of Trudeau Canadians are not able to afford housing and taxed to our eyeballs. \nBecause of Trudeau, our drug problems are at rising high like we've never seen before.\nHe does nor respect Canadians although he talks the part yet he pulls the emergency act on the Canadian truckers and froze anyone's bank account that donated to protest against him. A man dressed in sheep clothes but a wolf inside that will do anything to make himself rich and first. Meanwhile single moms are suffering because they just can't make ends meet. \nThank God he has been called to resign from his own party. \nWe need a leader that will be intouch with the everyday Canadian worker. It's not Trudeau.\n❤Canada. God Keep Our Land Gloria's and Free.\nYes We Will Stand On Gard For Thee, because Trudeau didn't.

Super good speech ?.

Brilliant speech by Trudeau?. One of his best speeches ever. A classic. If other leaders called out Trump like this, maybe that would stop him!

Excellent speech

Very nice speech Mr. Trudeau! \nI'm proud to have cousins like you! \nFrance (and Europe) with you! \nAmerican citizens need to realize the reality!

Best speech I've heard from Justin .. way to go. PS (We still love our friends in the US)

ROFL Blistering speech? Trudeau is a beta male.

This IS how a president should speak and behave. Impressive speech! My utter respect to President Trudeau! ?

That's what a leader should sound like America. He used smaller words when he directed his speech to trump ?

This speech demonstrates a true leader. No yelling, no insults, simple honesty and respect . Even if you have a different opinion, you can't ignore the difference

Great and very impressive speech. CHAPEAU!\nCanada is a great country and we in Europe are happy to see how crystal clearly Canada defines its strong position on the side of peace and friendship between the countries, and not war, murders and liars.

❤Excellent speech by Canada’s Prime Minister. Thank you and I am sorry for Trump’s actions. It’s deplorable.

The only good speech and common sense Tradeu has ever given make no mistake hes a bad leader and most of canadian hate him... but in the time of need a country most stick together... hopefully now he focus on fixing things with US and stop taxing middle and lower class people

The best speech of a true leader \nWe are the Canadian people standing strong and together to fight back

Trump could never give a speech like this mainly due to his lack of intelligence.

Hey Mr Trudeau, for your speech to be most effective, please repeat at least ten times, that the republicans are imposing a stiff NEW TAX on Americans. Americans don’t know what a tariff is. It is a TAX and Americans are allergic to that word. Call it a TAX, again and again if you want Americans to dislike it.

Very eloquently put speech.

I'm an American & his speech almost made me cry. He's such a great leader & Canadians are our great role models. I love you guys & I will protest my government.

I'm so proud of our Prime Minister what an intelligent speech. Now this what a true leader should be.

Legendary speech already.

this man has the corniest speech patterns, i hate him.

From Germany, great respect for Canada and Mr. Trudeau who delivered a moving speech. Also a shout out to all our American friends who do not fall for Mr. Trump's lies and his bulldozer politics. I truly hope we all come out of these trying times alive and well, both sides of the Atlantic and beyond. The only chance we have is to stand together.

What a friendly speech. He didn't even mention the fact that Donald Trump called the deal with Canada the best ever and so much better than NAFTA while he now calls it terrible. I feel for Americans, but you voted for the creep who is president right now. Sadly, you got what you wanted.

Your coverage is useless compared to the speech and questions. Useless fluff

Fricking fantastic speech. This is how a leader thinks, speaks, and acts.

The best speech ever. ??????

Mexico has stood up to him too she gave a great speech also

amazing speech. that´s how you lead and stand against Trump.