"The assumption that Canada could be annexed 'peacefully' betrays a fundamental misunderstanding of Canadian nationalism & the broader geopolitical context.

… Canadians are … deeply patriotic & fiercely protective of their sovereignty. … more nationalistic than their American neighbours* & place high value on their institutions*.

[It] would invariably be violently opposed by Canada & quickly devolve into a nightmare scenario for both nations."

* see links in article:
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