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The Trump Trap — and the harsh reality of the 'Art of the Deal'
Trump’s “Deals” Are Just Delayed ExtortionThe Source MaterialThe reporting is simple enough: Trump has imposed fresh tariffs on Canadian goods, and the pressure campaign is reviving the usual fantasy that Ottawa can buy stability with concessions. The article’s central point is sharper than its tone: under Trump, a signed agreement is not a constraint. It is a pause button he can ignore the moment coercion becomes more useful.Trump Holds the PowerThe key fact is not tariff policy in the abstract. It is who controls the lever and how casually he uses it. Trump is not negotiating in good faith…
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