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What does it mean?
The author suggests Canada exists only by the permission of the United States and could be easily overwhelmed.
In plain terms
Canada is lucky the US does not conquer it.
What can you take from it?
Powerful nations can dominate weaker neighbors if they choose to.

Where it applies

  • international relations discussions
  • comments on US foreign policy
  • sovereignty debates

Putting it to work

  • analyzing power imbalances
  • discussing neighbor relations
  • evaluating national security

Questions to consider

  • How do power dynamics affect international sovereignty?
  • Is size a guarantee of security?

Another view

This ignores Canada's actual military strength and diplomatic alliances.

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