American politics are always entertaining and relevant, and not just to Americans! Especially with the upcoming elections, your Canadian neighbours love keeping up-to-date with everything happening in the U.S. political scene. But that’s not to say Canadians really understand everything it. Here are 21 thoughts Canadians always have when hearing about American politics.
1. What is wrong with Donald Trump’s hair?!
With all his money, you’d think he could afford a better weave.
2. I really don’t understand why there are only two parties.
That simply can’t represent everyone’s political views.
3. Why is American health care so bad?
Obamacare isn’t all it’s cracked up to be — no offense.
4. And we thought our election period was long. Hah!
They seriously need a whole year to tear each other apart?!
5. At least the debates are entertaining!
It’s like reality TV, but better!
6. When will they have a female president?
I nominate Beyoncé!
7. How is this election going to affect Canada?
I mean, our dollar is already really bad…
8. How in the world did Sarah Palin ever become a governor?
But at least she keeps things entertaining.
9. All the politicians are so full of themselves.
You need to have a big ego to be the face of the nation.
10. If I were President, I’d move the White House to Hawaii.
I’d run the nation while surfboarding!
11. I still don’t get why they just don’t make gun laws stronger.
*frustrated sigh*
12. Isn’t it kind of incestuous that everyone is related in politics?
If you’re a Bush, Kennedy or Clinton then you’re born and bred for politics!
13. The electoral college literally makes no sense to me.
Americans are weird.
14. Why is their defense budget so big?!
That is A LOT of money.
15. Everyone would be happier if they just ate some poutine.
Seriously, just trust us on this.
16. Or, maybe they just need some Tim Hortons!
Tim Hortons makes everything better.
17. Is Donald Trump a joke or are people actually serious about him?
Because he looks and acts like a joke to me.
18. Our Prime Minister has better hair than your President.
Need proof? Look at a picture of our beloved Trudeau.
19. Where is the socialist party?
Someone needs to start an NDP party in America ASAP!
20. Do you have to be an American citizen to be president?
Because if not, then sign me up!
21. Canadian politics are so much easier to understand.
Okay, maybe that’s just because I’m Canadian.
Between our questions about Trump and your lack of poutine, Canadians love keeping up with American politics. Although we may not understand everything you do, it’s always entertaining to see what our neighbours are up to. But seriously, the sooner you introduce Tim Hortons to your country the better!