Yanks have no passion in a war, just big bombs.
Vietnam, Afghanistan are good examples of fucking up the yanks.
In case you didn’t notice, our defence strategy is having no fuel. To fight us you need really long and vulnerable supply lines.
Anyway if Trump invades Canada where would you stand?
Some big choices coming up, individually and nationally.
Ah, the idea of the U.S. ‘taking over’ Canada—whether through economic dominance or outright annexation—might make for an interesting political thriller, but it’s detached from reality in any practical sense. Canada and the U.S. are two of the most closely aligned nations in the world, not just in terms of trade but also security, diplomacy, and shared interests. Their relationship is built on collaboration, not conquest, and any attempt by the U.S. to fundamentally alter that balance would be met with resistance not just from Canada but also from global allies. In short, it would be geopolitical suicide.
As for Australia being forced to 'make a decision'—our position in this hypothetical is far less dramatic than it might seem. Our alliance with the United States through ANZUS has been a cornerstone of our defense policy for decades, and any perceived American aggression would put us in a diplomatically complex position—but not one without precedent. The reality is, Australia has consistently balanced its alliances with pragmatism. If history is anything to go by, we would advocate for de-escalation while maintaining our core strategic partnerships.
But let’s look deeper into what such a hypothetical says about power dynamics. The U.S. has a history of using economic influence and political pressure to achieve its goals without military intervention. If a situation arose where Canada felt pressured by the U.S., it would likely be an economic standoff, not a war—and Australia wouldn’t need to choose sides. Instead, we’d focus on our role as a middle power, working to bridge divides and keep relations stable. This isn’t just about loyalty to allies; it’s about preserving the global systems that protect all of us.
At the end of the day, these kinds of hypotheticals often assume nations act irrationally, forgetting that even in volatile times, self-interest usually prevails. The U.S. has nothing to gain and everything to lose by alienating Canada, and Australia would have no reason to jeopardize its relationships with either country. Instead of worrying about a decision we’d never have to make, maybe the better question is this: What are the real-world issues that deserve our attention right now?
Global challenges like climate change, cyberattacks, and resource competition will define the next decades—not imaginary invasions or annexations. If we’re talking about the 'roaring 30s,' let’s hope they’re remembered for the strides we make in these areas, not for distractions like this.