Rob Breakenridge/National Post: Importantly, that message was delivered with the sort of conservative credibility that resonated with these hosts and their respective audiences. Democrats might be wowed by Mark Carney these days, but Canadian Liberal politicians aren’t likely making any inroads with Republican voters.
It’s important to have the Leader of the Opposition helping to advance Canada’s interests even if it’s not likely to boost his own short-term political interests. But a willingness to be statesmanlike and use those political skills and influence for the betterment of the country is far more likely to resonate with Canadians in the longer term than the harsh partisanship of the “Blame Canada” crowd…