Border

It is a shame that politicians do not realize how much Canada and the USA are intertwined. I do not remember the exact figures but something like 65% of Canada's population live within 65 miles of the US border. Citizens of both countries shop across the border. Some small communities in Minnesota are about 100 miles from a US Hospital. But they can go to a Canadian hospital only 20 miles away and Canada accepts their Insurance. The reverse is also true. Canada pays for their medical care in the USA. Canadian sports teams, both amateur and semi pro, often play in a USA league. High school teams often have tournaments with teams from both countries. Churches hold conferences with representation from both countries. Farmers often have land in both countries. We used to Drag Race in Fargo and the racers in North Dakota and Northern MN. came to Winnipeg when we had a nice NHRA facility. Then there are families where the spouses are from the other country. All of the above creates problems when the border is closed for this length of time. It is almost cruel. In addition many of these border towns cannot survive without the tourist revenue from the other country. Billions are being lost. Most of these businesses are just ma and pa outfits. Many are closed and will never reopen. Horrible siuation that could be fixed in a few minutes!