The article discusses a Canadian woman living in the UK who plans to boycott trips to the United States due to the political climate and trade war threats from Trump. This decision strains her relationship with her American boyfriend, who feels the impact on social obligations, like attending weddings, isn't as severe. She expresses frustration over what she perceives as his lack of understanding regarding the economic threats Canada faces and maintains her stance on prioritizing her principles over convenience in their relationship, highlighting a common cultural disconnect.
I will be boycotting any trips to America over the next four years, or at least until the tariffs/jokes about Canada becoming the 51st state stop.
I feel like he's doing the classic American thing of playing down what his country is doing to affect others.
I pointed out how many Canadians are cancelling their trips to the US, but he argued that's because their partners aren't American.
I don't want to create unnecessary tension, but I also don't think I should have to set aside my principles just because it's inconvenient.
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