Wall Street Journal: The undiplomatic diplomat blamed a “tough environment.” Hoekstra said he’s focused on building bridges with a business community that he claims is struggling to break into new markets amid Prime Minister Mark Carney’s trade-diversification push. He said his direct tone leaves no one confused and has its fans.
“I didn’t come here to be liked, OK?” Hoekstra said in an interview. “I came here to represent the president of the United States and his agenda, and that’s what I do to the best of my ability each and every day.”…