Is the 51st State Dream Closer to Reality? A Secession Movement in Canada Is Gaining Traction


Canada’s Secession Movement Gathers Momentum: Could a 51st State Be on the Horizon?

Let’s turn our attention to Canada, where some intriguing developments are unfolding that may surprise many. In a twist, it’s not the famously independent-minded Quebec pushing for separation, but rather another province making waves. This could be of particular interest to those of us south of the border.

In Alberta, often likened to Texas in terms of its independent spirit, there is a growing movement contemplating whether the province should break away from the rest of Canada. Frustration with the federal government’s increasingly left-leaning policies has led to a significant shift in sentiment among Albertans, who are beginning to lose patience with traditional Canadian politeness.

The conversation gained momentum last summer when Alberta Premier Danielle Smith acknowledged the discontent within her province regarding Ottawa’s policies. While Smith clarified she wasn’t advocating for secession, she expressed an openness to the idea if it gained enough public support, stating she wouldn’t stand in the way if the people demanded a vote.

The public indeed responded, and faster than anyone anticipated. This week, movement leaders announced they had gathered enough signatures to potentially secure a spot for secession on the ballot, well ahead of the May 2 deadline. This development has sent ripples through the Canadian political landscape, with significant public engagement even during the harsh winter months, as Albertans braved the cold to sign the petition.

However, it’s important to note the road ahead remains challenging. Current polls indicate around 70 percent of Albertans oppose secession, though this figure has decreased from previous levels of 80 percent opposition. The shift can be attributed to the movement’s strategic messaging, which contrasts sharply with the more emotional campaigns seen in Quebec’s past efforts.

Now, to be clear, this is still going to be an up-snowbank effort. Polling has shown that there is still a clear majority against secession, with that number currently trending at around 70 percent. But that has been shrinking from previous highs, in the 80 percent range. Much of that has to do with the messaging. When you hear from those behind this effort, it is not the rantings of emotional minds. (I reference back to the numerous attempts made in Quebec.)

Jeffrey Rath is the lawyer who is behind the Alberta Prosperity project, and he sounds beyond rational in his explanation of things. Rather than a frothing and whooping pro-Trump monologue, he delivers a sound game plan, and even states that independence is the priority, over an emotional rush into the American tent. 

 


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How can you not see the sense in opposing sending more of their resources to China? But noteworthy too is his saying that this entire effort would not have moved forward without the aid of the Trump administration. That he has been in contact with U.S. players is significant, and it is not simply bluster. Scott Bessent is on record saying that we as a nation would be amenable to seeing an independent Alberta.

Adding to the desire to split off is the growing presence in Canada of the activist hyper-leftist factions. Recently, the NDP (New Democratic Party) held meetings in Alberta, and the display was something else. 

At the sparsely attended meeting, they handed out cards to members of various social groups to claim differing levels of privilege. In this clip, we see one delegate complaining about being upstaged by another member who did not hold the appropriate card and moved ahead when speaking. Then watch as the leader of this conference instructs those wanting to speak to do so orderly, but then nearly chokes at the podium before catching “themself” when saying the need to stand in a “straight” line. (GASP!)

Looking at this lot of insufferable posturing scolds, you understand the pragmatic thinkers in Alberta wanting to cut out and head off on their own. That clip serves as the perfect rationale for the tagline used in this separatist movement: “We’re Done”.

Editor’s Note: For decades, former presidents have been all talk and no action. Now, Donald Trump is eliminating the threat from Iran once and for all.

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