The Canadian head of state is Charles III, the current British monarch who is also King of Canada. It's one of our last remaining colonial ties to Britain. There has been much grumbling in Canada that the King has not spoken out about Trump's lies, threats and aggression against our economy and sovereignty.
Blogging buddy Liz Hinds from Wales asked in a comment on my Tuesday post --
How do you feel, Debra, about the UK's
lack of comment? Or indeed the King's?
I responded as follows--
I'm not one of those complaining about King Charles' silence
because I understand that a constitutional monarch speaks only
as directed by his government. The silence of the UK government
does show a lack of courage but, in a situation where a bully is
playing hardball, allies often melt silently away so as not to draw the
bully's attention to themselves. I understand it but am still annoyed by it.
But it seems King Charles has now indeed "spoken out" to send the USA a message in a manner that is uniquely longstanding to the British royal family -- by the use of symbolic clothing and/or jewelry. On Monday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was in London and had a private meeting with the King. On Tuesday, the day American tariffs were imposed on Canada, this happened and I quote --
Yesterday [Tuesday] King Charles was inspecting a British ship.
And YET he did so dressed as King of Canada
wearing Canadian military decorations and Canadian honours,
[including the] Order of Canada and Canadian Order of Military Merit.
Charles is sending us and the world a message, a LOUD message.
So there we have it!
5 comments:
Hope bully is smart enough to get the message
Much love and hugs dear Debra 😍
I read your comment when you originally posted it. I believe the UK is remaining silent as they are attempting to get the loonies back on side. Unlike some, they understand the meaning of diplomacy. I remember before and just after the election, his supporters leaving comments on blogs, accusing people who did not support him of being communists and Facists, if the situation wasn’t so dire and sad, I think I would be laughing now.
Too subtle.
I would prefer a clear and concise statement from the government, as well as the Crown.
Canadians have answered the call when the British were under threat. Now it’s their turn.
Just like I demand Democrats start speaking up against this fascist--and not just the women who are doing, as usual, most of the heavy lifting--I expect other countries to speak out against The Felon, too.
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