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Since its inception in 1999, the Frontier Centre for Public Policy has been steadfast in its mission to foster Ideas for a Better Tomorrow. Through research, publications, educational events and policy analysis, Frontier has impacted dozens of governments and policy sectors. With Western Canadian roots and a drive to cultivate responsible citizenship, Leaders on the Frontier features discussions of common sense and good governance from this non-partisan, cutting-edge think tank.
Is Trump a Bully or a Master Negotiator? The Tariff War Explained
Recorded Feb 26 (Please excuse David's audio. It has since been corrected.) Jim Lakely, former White House journalist and VP of the Heartland Institute, reveals what Americans really think about the Canada-U.S. tariff war—are they for it or against it? Plus, he shares shocking info about USAID, Elon Musk, D.O.G.E., and Trump’s soaring popularity. Is Trump trying to take over Canada, or just using his signature negotiating tactics to improve life for both countries? Jim breaks down the threats, the real intentions behind Trump’s moves, and whether Canada needs to grow up and deal with issues like drugs, cartels, and national security.
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Is Trump a Bully or a Master Negotiator? The Tariff War Explained
Recorded Feb 26 (Please excuse David's audio. It has since been corrected.) Jim Lakely, former White House journalist and VP of the Heartland Institute, reveals what Americans really think about the Canada-U.S. tariff war—are they for it or against it? Plus, he shares shocking info about USAID, Elon Musk, D.O.G.E., and Trump’s soaring popularity. Is Trump trying to take over Canada, or just using his signature negotiating tactics to improve life for both countries? Jim breaks down the threats, the real intentions behind Trump’s moves, and whether Canada needs to grow up and deal with issues like drugs, cartels, and national security.
David Leis
Before joining the Frontier Centre for Public Policy as Vice President of Development & Engagement, David Leis served in a variety of senior leadership roles within industry, government, First Nations and education. His academic credentials from Waterloo, Ryerson and Toronto led him to earn his Masters in Public Policy at Queen's University in Ontario. Networking everywhere he goes, David's warm personality has created connections with leaders around the globe. With a tenacious passion for Canada's success and a high regard for people, David relishes the opportunity to educate and inform by hosting Leaders on the Frontier.
