Be Humble

Kicking off with an unexpected twist, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his recent visit to Sault Ste. Marie grabbed national attention and not for a crazy announcement or embarrassing PR move. It was because he was humbled by a hardworking Canadian.

What was supposed to be a series of smooth photo ops turned into a viral sensation, thanks to a local steelworker who had more than a few grievances to share with the Prime Minister. And he absolutely humiliated him publicly and in front of everyone. Trudeau was close to crying.

In an era dominated by meticulously orchestrated political appearances, this raw exchange and the aftermath caught everyone off guard and quickly spread like wildfire.

For those unaware, Trudeau embarked on a two-day jaunt to Sault Ste. Marie, involving canoe paddles with Indigenous leaders and meet-and-greets with steelworkers at Algoma Steel.

Despite the friendly veneer, a simmering discontent was unmistakably lying beneath, waiting to burst forth. And all it took was Trudeau opening his mouth to converse with a Canadian.

Trudeau Does a Failing PR Tour

Stepping into the lion’s den, Trudeau attempted to drum up support by extolling his government’s tariffs on Chinese-made steel and aluminum, ostensibly to protect Canadian jobs.

However, one Local 2251 steelworker clearly wasn’t buying what the Prime Minister was selling. Decked out in his work gear, the disgruntled laborer met Trudeau’s handshake with stern resistance, voicing concerns about everything from inflated taxes to the chronic doctor shortage.

Sarcasm hung thick in the air as Trudeau attempted to counter by highlighting his government’s achievements—like the newly raised tariffs and a national dental care program.

But the worker’s biting retort—lamenting his high taxes and lack of a family doctor—sounded eerily representative of every Canadian’s frustrations. “I don’t believe you for a second,” the worker asserted, snubbing the PM’s proffered handshake. Classic moment, if I ever saw one.

This man right here gave it straight and raw to Trudeau and he didn’t hold back for even a second. Trudeau was so embarrassed he tried to look for anything else to comment on so that he can wash away the travesty that just occurred, all while the man is humbly walking to his job to start his shift after telling it like it is.

Adding fuel to the fire, let’s not ignore the broader discontent among everyday Canadians feeling left behind amidst soaring inflation and stagnating wages.

Trudeau Doesn’t Care About You

While Trudeau handed out doughnuts and offered empty platitudes, whispers brewing in some circles point to Trudeau’s elites-first agenda.

From globalist inclinations to unchecked spending, everyone rightfully argues that Trudeau’s government is more concerned with optics than delivering substantive policy changes. But what happens when these optics and smiles meet the harsh reality? What happens when the fake PR is hit with some fact checks? You get this lovely interaction between a corrupt leader whose head is in the clouds and an honest to god individual sick of all the bullshit.

But moving from the steel plant to the scenic Saint Marys River, Trudeau wanted to engage in more optics to wash away the shame as he paddle-boated with Indigenous leaders discussing Truth and Reconciliation.

It’s a picturesque moment, almost as if conjured for the optics, but what’s substantively being achieved? For years, Indigenous communities have called for actionable steps rather than symbolic gestures.

And while Trudeau paddles down the river, many wonder whether meaningful change or just another photo-op is in the cards. Terry Sheehan, Sault MP, characterized the trip as a productive dialogue, yet the PM’s refusal to take questions from the media casts shadows over these so-called ‘productive’ talks. I guess the productive “talks: was about ordering donuts for some people present there.

Is Trudeau insulating himself in a bubble, away from the harsh realities faced by the average Canadian? His polished public relations stunts increasingly contrast against the struggles voiced by hard-working Canadians, like our outspoken steelworker from Algoma.

For someone touted as a leader with an adroit touch, Trudeau’s “Let them eat cake!” approach is beginning to wear thin.

The Other Side

Pierre Poilievre and his Conservative cohort have persistently critiqued Trudeau’s government, and this latest kerfuffle only adds more grist to the mill.

Trudeau’s reluctance to engage meaningfully with dissenters fuels the sentiment that his administration is out of touch. While he paddles away controversies, Canadians are left high and dry, grappling with economic burdens and systemic issues.

Even without the flashy PR stunts, Poilievre has struck a chord with many Canadians by addressing real issues—from fiscal responsibility to improved healthcare services.

It’s a marked contrast to Trudeau’s penchant for band-aid solutions and highfalutin rhetoric. As the steelworker put it, “I think you are only here for another year,” encapsulating the hope many have that the next election will usher in much-needed change.

Elections aren’t just about promises—they’re about accountability.

Are liberals accountable for their actions? You may ask yourself sarcastically, knowing full well that the answer to this question is a resounding no.
Take Freeland for example, she is the second worst case of political and liberal rot right after Trudeau; she would rather ramble about nonsense and dodge the actual questions while attacking Poilievre and the conservatives than actually answer anything directly and honestly.

She goes as far as demanding people pay respect and thank the liberals for all their hard work. It is the most absurd thing ever.

The events in Sault Ste. Marie serves as a microcosm of larger issues plaguing Trudeau’s tenure, and the liberals as a whole.

From ignored questions to irked workers, the trip underscores the growing disconnect between Trudeau’s Liberal government and Canadians’ everyday struggles.

The viral confrontation with the steelworker epitomises the prevailing sentiment—words are no longer enough; it’s high time for action.