The Olympics have been heaps of fun for talking about nationalism. Now here is a test:
Take a look at this image and ponder who is more upset:
a) Russians
b) Canadians
c) A tie that requires a shootout
No, Americans is not one of the choices--we/they just laugh.
What say you?
I think it works. Under Harper, Canada has become more like the U.S.; under Bush and Obama, the U.S. has become more like Russia.
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