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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau pretends to “defend democracy.” Russell Brand calls him out on it.
In a video just under 12-minutes, comedian, actor, and YouTuber, Russell Brand blasts Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for his hypocritical position on the invasion of Ukraine after the handling of peaceful protesters in Ottawa.
While the heavy-handed response to a protest isn’t even remotely comparable to the invasion of Ukraine, both are very clearly wrong, and it’s quite disgusting that Trudeau is standing on a moral soapbox preaching all over Europe about “democracy” and how to get along with people with whom you disagree.
Recently, Trudeau said that a “slippage” in Western democracies due to the spread of misinformation and disinformation has emboldened Vladimir Putin to invade Ukraine. Yes, he is serious because he is indeed that ridiculous.
Russell Brand dismantles that argument neatly right here in a way that is entertaining and enlightening. He manages to thoroughly cover Trudeau’s pro-censorship policies and admiration for authoritarianism in a succinct way.
(He also mocks Trudeau for his word choice of “slippage” which is kind of disturbing, as well as playing into that stereotype of Canadians with his repeated use of the word “aboot.”)
It certainly looks like Brand is right about Trudeau pushing for war over the invasion of Ukraine.
Interestingly, last week, Prime Minister Trudeau and his entourage including Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland, Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Jolie, several other Canadian officials along with a planeload of Canadian media were traipsing all over Europe to “address the situation in Ukraine” because the world needs Canada to weigh in. Especially after the way that the Prime Minister recently treated his own citizens protesting draconian government mandates.
There was a bit of a hullaballoo when a journalist from the state-funded broadcaster asked why the Prime Minister was in Europe when there are pressing issues in Canada.
Here is CBC’s Travis Dhanraj asking the quesition. Just watch the body language and reactions from the Deputy PM and Foreign Affairs Minister.
Deputy PM @cafreeland & Foreign Affairs Min @melaniejoly clearly did not like my Q— Why is @JustinTrudeau in Europe on the taxpayer dime while there are pressing domestic issues he could be dealing w/ at home…here’s the exchange #cdnpoli pic.twitter.com/nFPNCbe1TE
— Travis Dhanraj (@Travisdhanraj) March 9, 2022
“It’s not a photo-op tour.”
Riiiight. Here’s Trudeau’s European Vacation in a series of tweets.
I met with Prime Minister @BorisJohnson this morning – we both strongly condemn Russia’s brutal attack on Ukraine. We recognized the Ukrainians’ heroic efforts, and we’ll keep working together – and with others – to respond to these blatant violations of international law. pic.twitter.com/Z3KqzYfK5A
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) March 7, 2022
Canada stands united with our European allies in support of Ukraine – and in support of democracy and human rights everywhere. Prime Minister @BorisJohnson, @MinPres Rutte, and I worked on our coordinated responses to Russia’s unjustifiable attacks today. pic.twitter.com/wTYXjYxhYV
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) March 7, 2022
Prime Minister @BorisJohnson, @MinPres Rutte, and I visited with members of the Royal Air Force today – they’re back from Ukraine, where they were busy training Ukrainian forces. We’re grateful for their service, and we thanked them for the invaluable work they’re doing. pic.twitter.com/Q3BIgpe5ut
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) March 7, 2022
Canada and the Netherlands have long worked together to defend and advance peace, security, and democracy. When we sat down today, @MinPres Rutte and I spoke about that and what more we can do to respond to Russia’s further attack on Ukraine. pic.twitter.com/sUNHrnFSK3
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) March 7, 2022
It’s always wonderful to see Queen Elizabeth II. When we met at Windsor Castle, we spoke about a wide range of issues – including global affairs, the situation in Ukraine, and Her Majesty’s lifetime of service to Canada and the Commonwealth. https://t.co/MHaFiuYBDV
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) March 7, 2022
We stand with Ukraine.
Сполучене Королівство стає разом з Україною.
We staan schouder aan schouder met Oekraïne.
Nous sommes solidaires de l’Ukraine.
?????? for ?? pic.twitter.com/NFtlVWYUSS
— Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) March 7, 2022
Canada and Latvia are united in support for Ukraine and its people – and we’ll keep working together to hold Russia accountable for its brutal attack. Today, Prime Minister @KrisjanisKarins spoke about Canada’s NATO mission and how we’ll continue to coordinate efforts. pic.twitter.com/HxghaKGSpy
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) March 8, 2022
The troops taking part in this mission are defending Latvia and Eastern Europe. They're also defending all NATO allies, including Canada – and our freedom, security, and democracy. We met with some of them at Ādaži Military Base today, and thanked them for their service. pic.twitter.com/iWSrdC0MX1
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) March 8, 2022
Prime Minister @SanchezCastejon and I spoke today about our unity as NATO allies, and the work we’re doing together to respond to Russia’s flagrant violation of international law. On this, we’ll continue to coordinate with each other and our other allies and partners. pic.twitter.com/Hx4bhapxwb
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) March 8, 2022
When I met with President @valstsgriba today, we talked about a wide range of topics – including Russia’s brutal military aggression, the work we’re doing to counter Russian disinformation and propaganda, and Canada’s support for NATO’s mission in Latvia. pic.twitter.com/0DFANe1PNW
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) March 8, 2022
When we visited Latvia earlier, @AnitaAnandMP and I announced we’re renewing Canada’s largest international military mission, and we thanked the troops currently stationed there. Here’s a quick summary: pic.twitter.com/GG7dPFqKDn
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) March 9, 2022
Chancellor @OlafScholz and I spoke today about our work to hold Russia accountable for its ongoing aggression against Ukraine. We’re also strengthening the Canada-Germany relationship, fighting climate change, creating good jobs, and more. pic.twitter.com/S8DND5GC2A
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) March 9, 2022
Once a German railway platform from which tens of thousands of Jews were sent to concentration camps, Gleis 17 is now a powerful memorial – meant to ensure the atrocities committed by the Nazi regime are never forgotten. I know I will never forget our visit this morning. pic.twitter.com/19K1H0ODHd
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) March 9, 2022
I met with Germany's President, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, this morning. We spoke about Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine, what more our countries can do to strengthen democracies against foreign interference and disinformation, and the President's upcoming visit to Canada. pic.twitter.com/mLJvvnsxqx
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) March 10, 2022
During today’s meeting, @VP Harris and I – as well as Deputy Prime Minister @CAFreeland and Minister @HarjitSajjan – covered plenty of ground. We spoke about sanctions against Russia, support for Ukrainian refugees, and President @ZelenskyyUa’s leadership and courage. pic.twitter.com/gUvq0TUnBQ
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) March 10, 2022
Today in Poland, Prime Minister @MorawieckiM and I spoke about Russia’s unwarranted and unjustifiable war against Ukraine – as well as our coordinated efforts to respond to these brutal attacks, and Poland’s work to welcome Ukrainian refugees. pic.twitter.com/5I9fatisym
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) March 10, 2022
This afternoon, President @AndrzejDuda and I spoke about NATO’s unity – as well as the need to keep increasing pressure on Russia while providing support to Ukraine. We also spoke about Poland’s efforts to welcome more than one million Ukrainian refugees. pic.twitter.com/CfU45JpHZk
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) March 10, 2022
In Warsaw yesterday, we visited a temporary shelter for people who have fled Ukraine. What struck me most was their resiliency and their courage. Together, as we respond to Russia’s illegal and unjustified invasion, we will continue to stand with the people of Ukraine. pic.twitter.com/sr1amP9RVd
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) March 11, 2022
It certainly looks like a photo-op tour.
And while he’s out there, he’s saying things that completely contradict his actions in his own country.
@JustinTrudeau tells audience “If we’re going to be honest w/ each other democracy hasn’t exactly been at its best these past few years”
“We can’t let fear, anxiety, & envy overcome the hope, the earnest optimism, that is necessary for democracies to be at their best” #cdnpoli pic.twitter.com/whLGT6RJPD
— Travis Dhanraj (@Travisdhanraj) March 9, 2022
Trudeau says “Talking with people who think differently is how we challenge ourselves….challenging ourselves is how we grow.” #cdnpoli pic.twitter.com/Uom0bwArmE
— Travis Dhanraj (@Travisdhanraj) March 9, 2022
Is this guy for real? He’s like a guy that’s always broke but wants to give you investment advice. Absolutely ridiculous!
So what was this trip all about when he could have met virtually with other leaders as Biden is doing? Why does he, the Deputy PM, and the Foreign Affairs Minister need to all be in Europe right now?
He says that Canada is there to “defend democracy” but really, it was an opportunity to gather a bunch of crafted images for full-on Canadian war propaganda.
We’re back from Europe – where we spent the week working to support Ukraine, hold Russia accountable, and defend democracy. Here’s a quick recap: pic.twitter.com/nPWMVnoGTr
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) March 12, 2022
That’s pretty bold from the guy who just used the revamped war measures that was given the new politically correct name of “Emergencies Act” to end a peaceful protest in Ottawa and has been slashing funding to the military since he came into office.
A whole lot of Western leaders are pushing for war, but some of them (like Canada) don’t really have much to contribute militarily.
The thing is, with Canada’s massive deposits of fossil fuels, there is something that it could contribute to the world, but the chucklehead Thunberg-worshippers running the government would rather have everyone die of cold and hunger than increase production of oil and gas in Canada.
That refusal is also kicking the economic powerhouse of Alberta in the teeth, which is stirring up separatist sentiment there.
Maybe Justin should be a little more focused on domestic problems that are driving separatist factions in Quebec and now the West rather than trying to push propaganda for a war Ukraine. Canada is in a fragile situation right now, and the Prime Minister is focused on an international conflict rather than the one that he’s ginning up at home.
But then, the country did vote for this incompetent leadership, so they’ll just have to deal with another 4 years of this clown show.
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