Thank you for keeping us updated! Your work is simple yet so very thorough. I need this rather than wading through a pile of lengthy material. Let's just get to the point. Also I appreciate Mexico's response. It's like a school teacher having to try to negotiate with a student who is known to bully. I can't believe this is all really happening. But here we are.
Trudeau just held a press conference, and when asked this question, he said any decision will be carefully and cautiously made, in accordance with all appropriate government leaders, officials and private businesses. He didn't flat out say it won't happen, but it did not sound like something that will simply happen overnight.
I really don't see us just cutting off power willy nilly. Our leaders aren't cruel like that, I think when this stuff was said, it was just a knee jerk reaction to Trump.
I worry about that too as we are in Wisconsin. I have a 3 year old medically complex child and he is ventilator dependent-I don’t think hospitals could absorb all the home based individuals with complex medical needs. I called our power company and they didn’t think there was a risk but also said they don’t know how the power grid is all connected. I distain Trump and am all for Canada standing up for themselves but I hope it doesn’t cost lives.
This is unfortunately why I had to purchase items to allow a travel option in case we had to sit in the car. As a fellow special needs caregiver that was one of my first thoughts as well. Is that an option for his equipment? Travel ventilator?
It isn’t very sustainable, the longest he can be upright in the car is 1.5 hours as he is unable to manage any secretions and is prone to plugging. Our back up plan is to head to the fire station and if push comes to shove we head to IL where my parents are-but our home nurses wouldn’t be able to care for him there which means I would have to and I have a full time job. We have gas powered generators but if there were a widespread outage I think everyone would be competing for the gasoline.
I definitely understand that. I am his paid caregiver now that he is an adult, but I am self employed because working a traditional job makes this one impossible. I’m glad you have options however, even if they are not ideal.
To quote I forget which Premier in Canada, cutting power supplies is the Queen in the game of chess Trump has launched with Canada. You don't start by sacrificing your Queen - you keep her for when there's no other option.
It's comforting to know that i was anxious to read about it but knew if i just waited for you, you would give it to me clearly and gently. Thanks for not letting me down.
This is what Trump does - HURT people! He and his billionaire buddies do NOT give a Damn. And he is NOT smart in terms of the economy. His main focus is always himself. And he and his billionaire buddies are always focused on any way they can take more money from the average person. He cannot and does not think about or care about others. Everyone everywhere need to Keep the Receipts and Show and Tell how Trump policies HURT you and your family and friends and neighbors and Americans and our neighbors. Notice that the price of eggs has not gone down and the price of a lot of other things are about to go up big time. And remember last time when he almost tanked the farm economy and then used taxpayer money to give Trump checks to farmers because of HIS blunder. Don't let him get away with it this time..........
This is what a narcissist does. They don't care about anyone but themselves. They are abusive, Manipulative, toxic and will destroy people by any means necessary all in order to protect their image... In their mind, they are superior then everyone else and everyone else is the problem.. We warned them and they would not listen.
yeah, it’s too late for that. his poor, uneducated supporters have no idea what they voted for. all they are: 1-issue voters and now we’re ALL screwed 😒
Actually it is time for real life examples of what he is really about. Soon many of his supporters will be howling about the damage he is doing to them. Then you can ask them - this is what you voted for? this is what you voted for! It is not alright, it will never be alright, now let's roll up our sleeves and fix this mess that Trump is and that Trump has created (and yes some of them will not get it even as he strips them of every penny he can, while he blames others).......His entire life has been built on helping himself and screwing others. So the screws need to be applied to him.
Wanted to share this piece with you—it’s about how we keep falling into the outrage trap and how to fight back strategically. Would love to hear your thoughts.
So is there a messaging “machine/strategist” that could help the Dems with this??? Is that the DNC’s job? Maybe the new DNC chair can help. As for the media, IMO they are a lost cause except for the MSNBC crew (maddow, Hayes, O’Donnell). Need to focus more on social media, YouTube (Meidas Touch) and enter enemy territory to face opponents - Fox, Rogan.
So I posted the list of products from each country that the tariffs will be placed on. I listed them just to inform people what products they could expect increases in. Of course my Trump loving family members immediately posted and said…….let’s compare prices of the goods in 2019 while OUR SAVIOR [I added the savior part because they down right worship this guy]was in office to prices now under your man (Biden) was in office. I need a simple explanation to respond to them. Any suggestions? Of course they will argue no matter what I respond with. I hate the way this man has torn friends and family apart. 😡
You do realize in states like Florida, Arizona, and California can grow avocados. Learn the growing season for your state and grow food. People are freaking out and don't realize they have control over everything in their personal life. So, adjusting is going to be required. It's part of life!
Trump personally pulled family and friends apart? That is illogical and dangerous to think. Place blame on the individuals who choose not to talk to each other and let relationships die out by not seeing the another's point of view.
My sister is a strong Republican, highly educated and voted for Trump. My parents are Democrats, highly educated, very opinionated about issues and voted for Harris. My parents are also a little out of touch with reality-based society and social issues
I'm an Independent and voted for a third-party. I didn't like either Trump or Harris based on their policies. I'm not highly educated, I work a blue collar job, and simply just live my life.
I have no control over what the government does, I only have control over what I do personally. My family and I agree to disagree on certain situations and opinions. We haven't cut others out of our life - because discussing things without blowing up is a sign of maturity and knowing how to self regulate.
So, take a step backwards, breathe in and breathe out, what do you personally have control over?
They can compare prices right now all they want. Tell them to check again in a couple days😒. That is the craziest thing to be doing at this moment instead of preparing as best as they can for what’s to come.
keep contributing to it? if your employer matches contributions, take full advantage of that and max it out. you can also pick what contributions you want to go where. i have 2 targeted retirement accounts and diversify it by contributing to some ETFs that hinge on the fortunate 500 companies (for better or worse). if you haven’t already, open up a Roth IRA and pay the allotted max of 7k/ year and buy holdings for your targeted retirement fund, again. idk what generation you’re in, but if you’re a millennial like me, the boomers are going to reap my SS fund now, so when I retire i won’t have and SS to fall back on. best of luck!
Thank you for keeping us updated! Your work is simple yet so very thorough. I need this rather than wading through a pile of lengthy material. Let's just get to the point. Also I appreciate Mexico's response. It's like a school teacher having to try to negotiate with a student who is known to bully. I can't believe this is all really happening. But here we are.
I love both their responses. I'm mourning for our past human Presidents.
So far no mention of cutting power supply from Canada right? I livd in Minnesota and it has been a worry of mine.
Trudeau just held a press conference, and when asked this question, he said any decision will be carefully and cautiously made, in accordance with all appropriate government leaders, officials and private businesses. He didn't flat out say it won't happen, but it did not sound like something that will simply happen overnight.
Thank you so much
I really don't see us just cutting off power willy nilly. Our leaders aren't cruel like that, I think when this stuff was said, it was just a knee jerk reaction to Trump.
I worry about that too as we are in Wisconsin. I have a 3 year old medically complex child and he is ventilator dependent-I don’t think hospitals could absorb all the home based individuals with complex medical needs. I called our power company and they didn’t think there was a risk but also said they don’t know how the power grid is all connected. I distain Trump and am all for Canada standing up for themselves but I hope it doesn’t cost lives.
This is unfortunately why I had to purchase items to allow a travel option in case we had to sit in the car. As a fellow special needs caregiver that was one of my first thoughts as well. Is that an option for his equipment? Travel ventilator?
It isn’t very sustainable, the longest he can be upright in the car is 1.5 hours as he is unable to manage any secretions and is prone to plugging. Our back up plan is to head to the fire station and if push comes to shove we head to IL where my parents are-but our home nurses wouldn’t be able to care for him there which means I would have to and I have a full time job. We have gas powered generators but if there were a widespread outage I think everyone would be competing for the gasoline.
I definitely understand that. I am his paid caregiver now that he is an adult, but I am self employed because working a traditional job makes this one impossible. I’m glad you have options however, even if they are not ideal.
To quote I forget which Premier in Canada, cutting power supplies is the Queen in the game of chess Trump has launched with Canada. You don't start by sacrificing your Queen - you keep her for when there's no other option.
Personally, people need to start looking into saving and putting in home generators, solar power, and everything to be self sustainable.
Soooo…drinking to dissociate from this nightmare is about to get more expensive too. 🤦🏼♀️
We get crafty and make our own moonshine. But yes, you're right!
It's comforting to know that i was anxious to read about it but knew if i just waited for you, you would give it to me clearly and gently. Thanks for not letting me down.
Brilliant reporting! I haven't yet seen these statements anywhere else, and I'm looking, as I lived at the Canadian border for 35 years.
This is what Trump does - HURT people! He and his billionaire buddies do NOT give a Damn. And he is NOT smart in terms of the economy. His main focus is always himself. And he and his billionaire buddies are always focused on any way they can take more money from the average person. He cannot and does not think about or care about others. Everyone everywhere need to Keep the Receipts and Show and Tell how Trump policies HURT you and your family and friends and neighbors and Americans and our neighbors. Notice that the price of eggs has not gone down and the price of a lot of other things are about to go up big time. And remember last time when he almost tanked the farm economy and then used taxpayer money to give Trump checks to farmers because of HIS blunder. Don't let him get away with it this time..........
This is what a narcissist does. They don't care about anyone but themselves. They are abusive, Manipulative, toxic and will destroy people by any means necessary all in order to protect their image... In their mind, they are superior then everyone else and everyone else is the problem.. We warned them and they would not listen.
Absolutely right. 💙🫶🏼🙏🏼
yeah, it’s too late for that. his poor, uneducated supporters have no idea what they voted for. all they are: 1-issue voters and now we’re ALL screwed 😒
Actually it is time for real life examples of what he is really about. Soon many of his supporters will be howling about the damage he is doing to them. Then you can ask them - this is what you voted for? this is what you voted for! It is not alright, it will never be alright, now let's roll up our sleeves and fix this mess that Trump is and that Trump has created (and yes some of them will not get it even as he strips them of every penny he can, while he blames others).......His entire life has been built on helping himself and screwing others. So the screws need to be applied to him.
it’s only been 2 weeks since, godspeed to us all.
And how did the farmers vote in November 2024?
Thanks for keeping us in the know Aaron!
Thank you for all of your hard work 💕
Wanted to share this piece with you—it’s about how we keep falling into the outrage trap and how to fight back strategically. Would love to hear your thoughts.
Check it out when you have a minute.
Thank you.
https://open.substack.com/pub/jasonegenberg/p/the-trump-overreaction-trap-stop-f98?r=3nm35j&utm_medium=ios
So is there a messaging “machine/strategist” that could help the Dems with this??? Is that the DNC’s job? Maybe the new DNC chair can help. As for the media, IMO they are a lost cause except for the MSNBC crew (maddow, Hayes, O’Donnell). Need to focus more on social media, YouTube (Meidas Touch) and enter enemy territory to face opponents - Fox, Rogan.
Thank you for keeping us updated.
Time to start supporting the American wine industry - and I’m only kinda kidding…..
So I posted the list of products from each country that the tariffs will be placed on. I listed them just to inform people what products they could expect increases in. Of course my Trump loving family members immediately posted and said…….let’s compare prices of the goods in 2019 while OUR SAVIOR [I added the savior part because they down right worship this guy]was in office to prices now under your man (Biden) was in office. I need a simple explanation to respond to them. Any suggestions? Of course they will argue no matter what I respond with. I hate the way this man has torn friends and family apart. 😡
You do realize in states like Florida, Arizona, and California can grow avocados. Learn the growing season for your state and grow food. People are freaking out and don't realize they have control over everything in their personal life. So, adjusting is going to be required. It's part of life!
Trump personally pulled family and friends apart? That is illogical and dangerous to think. Place blame on the individuals who choose not to talk to each other and let relationships die out by not seeing the another's point of view.
My sister is a strong Republican, highly educated and voted for Trump. My parents are Democrats, highly educated, very opinionated about issues and voted for Harris. My parents are also a little out of touch with reality-based society and social issues
I'm an Independent and voted for a third-party. I didn't like either Trump or Harris based on their policies. I'm not highly educated, I work a blue collar job, and simply just live my life.
I have no control over what the government does, I only have control over what I do personally. My family and I agree to disagree on certain situations and opinions. We haven't cut others out of our life - because discussing things without blowing up is a sign of maturity and knowing how to self regulate.
So, take a step backwards, breathe in and breathe out, what do you personally have control over?
They can compare prices right now all they want. Tell them to check again in a couple days😒. That is the craziest thing to be doing at this moment instead of preparing as best as they can for what’s to come.
Advise on what we should do with our 401k ??
keep contributing to it? if your employer matches contributions, take full advantage of that and max it out. you can also pick what contributions you want to go where. i have 2 targeted retirement accounts and diversify it by contributing to some ETFs that hinge on the fortunate 500 companies (for better or worse). if you haven’t already, open up a Roth IRA and pay the allotted max of 7k/ year and buy holdings for your targeted retirement fund, again. idk what generation you’re in, but if you’re a millennial like me, the boomers are going to reap my SS fund now, so when I retire i won’t have and SS to fall back on. best of luck!
Absolutely loving the collaboration with other countries and provinces! 💙💙
Unemployment Wil skyrocket and the Great Depression 2.0 will return.. You Wil see even Maga will turn on him a
When they finally realize the chaos this Will cause. This won't "Make America Great Again".. Just the opposite
Huey Li explains how China and Russia will actually benefit from these tariffs! Check him out on Substack
Very grateful for this break down. You make the info very easy to follow. Thank you!