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Immigration has certainly helped Canadian economy in a BIG way.
Immigration has certainly helped Canadian economy in a BIG way.
Directly asserts a positive economic impact of immigration on Canada.
timestuber Dec 1, 2025
Cost 78mill and save billions if they keep them.
Cost 78mill and save billions if they keep them.
Discusses cost-benefit analysis of immigration in economic terms, suggesting retention of immigrants saves money.
MrGsxrme Dec 27, 2025
The GDP of Brampton has also tripled so......
The GDP of Brampton has also tripled so......
Counters criticism by citing economic growth (GDP tripling) as evidence of positive immigration impact.
toolbaggers Dec 16, 2025
As an American im proud of trump standing up for us and no longer allowong us to get taken advantage of. Countries are mad that they have to pay more instead, of expecting us to …
As an American im proud of trump standing up for us and no longer allowong us to get taken advantage of. Countries are mad that they have to pay more instead, of expecting us to pay for them. Too bad, so sad. Us paying part of everyones share HAS been hurting us. The other country will just feel the pain as well instea dof feeling peace as we pay their price.
Argues that the USA has been economically disadvantaged by subsidizing other countries and defends Trump's tariff approach.
@anonymous-ep7xr Mar 4, 2025
Let’s see. I think the biggest contributor of the inflation is from the government spending and the gap on the trade deficit. Long term it will help US GDP
Let’s see. I think the biggest contributor of the inflation is from the government spending and the gap on the trade deficit. Long term it will help US GDP
Analysis of inflation causes focusing on government spending and trade deficit impacts on GDP.
@joyprawiro Mar 4, 2025
Both the United States and Canada lose in the trade war, but China wins.
Both the United States and Canada lose in the trade war, but China wins.
Analysis of trade war economic impacts comparing outcomes for US, Canada, and China.
@lauraisawho Mar 4, 2025
Canada isn’t cheap
Canada isn’t cheap
A brief statement about Canada's cost of living, directly addressing economic conditions.
Lalii_io Jan 27, 2026
AI:\nIn the short term, tariffs may bring some economic and political benefits to the U.S. However, in the long run, they could lead to higher prices, job losses in export industries, and deteriorating relations with …
AI:\nIn the short term, tariffs may bring some economic and political benefits to the U.S. However, in the long run, they could lead to higher prices, job losses in export industries, and deteriorating relations with an important trading partner. Economists, including Nobel laureates such as Paul Krugman and Joseph Stiglitz, have traditionally criticized protectionist measures for their harmful effects on the economy in the long term.
Discusses tariffs' economic effects (prices, jobs, trade relations) and cites economist perspectives on protectionism.
@Dt-l3w Mar 5, 2025
The U.S. has a massive economic advantage over Canada in any trade war—no debate. The U.S. economy is 10x bigger, and Canada relies on American trade way more than the other way around. The idea …
The U.S. has a massive economic advantage over Canada in any trade war—no debate. The U.S. economy is 10x bigger, and Canada relies on American trade way more than the other way around. The idea that they have 'leverage' is just political posturing. They can slap tariffs on select U.S. industries to try and cause some pain, but in the long run, they *will* lose. Their leaders just don’t want to look weak, so they act like they’re standing firm when in reality, they’ve already been pushed off the cliff. The U.S. can outlast them easily.
Detailed analysis of trade dynamics, economic disparity, and tariff leverage between U.S. and Canada based on economic metrics.
@AnonP2X3YZ Mar 4, 2025
Tarriff increment doesn't affect the targeted country, it usually ends up affecting the citizens of the country that imposes the tariff. Americans will experience more inflation as a result of this crazy tarriff increment.
Tarriff increment doesn't affect the targeted country, it usually ends up affecting the citizens of the country that imposes the tariff. Americans will experience more inflation as a result of this crazy tarriff increment.
Commenter explains the economic mechanics of tariffs, arguing that tariff increases harm the imposing country's citizens through inflation.
@emmaoyongo8610 Mar 4, 2025
Each country slapping 25% tariff at each other SOUNDS FAIR. Nothing wrong with that. \n\nNOW let the consumers decide which to buy and let the manufacturer where to produce.
Each country slapping 25% tariff at each other SOUNDS FAIR. Nothing wrong with that. \n\nNOW let the consumers decide which to buy and let the manufacturer where to produce.
Discusses tariff policy and market mechanisms, arguing that mutual tariffs are fair and should let market forces determine outcomes.
@askcleftnew Mar 4, 2025
trumps tarrifs tax on goods imported from Canada are paid by the AMERICAN COMPANIES who import the goods, NOT paid by Canadian companies, it's an extra sales tax which raise prices.
trumps tarrifs tax on goods imported from Canada are paid by the AMERICAN COMPANIES who import the goods, NOT paid by Canadian companies, it's an extra sales tax which raise prices.
Explains the economic mechanism of tariffs and their impact on American companies and consumers.
@Wombat-gm4ne Mar 4, 2025
tariff will be good for each country means control the imported and help the domestic businesses
tariff will be good for each country means control the imported and help the domestic businesses
Commenter argues that tariffs benefit domestic economies by controlling imports and protecting local businesses.
@RacheMiclat-dq9xv Mar 4, 2025
Camada cant afford to support anyone who arrives here. We cant support our own.
Camada cant afford to support anyone who arrives here. We cant support our own.
Argues that Canada lacks financial capacity to support immigrants while domestic needs remain unmet.
pokey-m2w Jan 5, 2026
Get them out of here. There's no jobs for the people that live here and are citizens.
Get them out of here. There's no jobs for the people that live here and are citizens.
Frames immigration as an economic threat to citizens' job prospects and calls for removal of immigrants.
rickhall843 Feb 10, 2026
tenn our gas is 2.34 a gallon not bad
tenn our gas is 2.34 a gallon not bad
Comment about gas prices, a direct economic indicator relevant to immigration/border policy discussions.
@davidnanney3120 Mar 4, 2025
I just hope president Trump is able to put tariff like penalty on American companies that are outsourcing jobs and leaving American job less. Take a good look at ANY companies career page, and has …
I just hope president Trump is able to put tariff like penalty on American companies that are outsourcing jobs and leaving American job less. Take a good look at ANY companies career page, and has a software job requirement. 90% of ALL tech jobs are being outsourced to India, it's just getting ridiculous!
Focuses on job outsourcing, employment impact, and economic policy regarding tariffs and corporate practices.
@adnantariq3346 Mar 4, 2025
BUILD MORE HOUSES
BUILD MORE HOUSES
Addresses housing shortage as underlying economic problem related to immigration pressures.
elbowstrike Jan 15, 2026
America can't sustain a trade war with China, Mexico and Canada at the same time. Our inflation will soar and our economy will tank.
America can't sustain a trade war with China, Mexico and Canada at the same time. Our inflation will soar and our economy will tank.
Analyzes economic consequences of trade wars on inflation and national economy.
@chrishardin7183 Mar 4, 2025
Trump did this to cause disinflation. Too many consumptions and too many cheap Chinese products in the market. Business owners are profiting at an all time high taking advantage of this inflation. Trump's move may …
Trump did this to cause disinflation. Too many consumptions and too many cheap Chinese products in the market. Business owners are profiting at an all time high taking advantage of this inflation. Trump's move may cause short-term pain but there it will help your wallets in the long term including home prices and rates. Trump aim is to bring down interest rates basically.
Detailed economic analysis of Trump's tariff strategy, discussing inflation, consumer prices, interest rates, and long-term financial impacts.
@WiseOnion Mar 4, 2025
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