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Canadian whose ancestors fought for the British ‘convinced’ they were wrong after watching NYC America 250 celebrations
New York Post ^ | July 4, 2026 | David DeTurris

Posted on 07/04/2026 3:40:46 PM PDT by nickcarraway

Canadian David Bonin, 58, told The Post his ancestors fought in the American Revolution for the British — but seeing the July 4 celebrations has convinced him they were wrong.

“I think we should have followed the US and ousted the British,” said the Montreal native, after explaining he could trace his lineage back to British Loyalists based in Niagara Falls during the Revolution.

SNIP

“They really get into it. They do everything super well,” he said, adding that he was now rethinking his thoughts about Canada.

(Excerpt) Read more at nypost.com ...


TOPICS: Canada; Culture/Society; News/Current Events; US: New York
KEYWORDS: canada

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1 posted on 07/04/2026 3:40:46 PM PDT by nickcarraway
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To: nickcarraway

President Trump is a genius.


2 posted on 07/04/2026 3:49:13 PM PDT by Jeff Chandler (The issue is never the issue. The issue is always the revolution.)
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To: nickcarraway

Had to look twice! Not the Babylon Bee!


3 posted on 07/04/2026 3:51:20 PM PDT by BradyLS (DO NOT FEED THE BEARS!)
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To: nickcarraway

The EU is going to be a bigger problem for you than the Brits have been when Carney is done with Canada.


4 posted on 07/04/2026 4:07:51 PM PDT by mikey_hates_everything
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To: nickcarraway

It’s actually hard to fault people from that time, for choosing sides. E.g. thank God we grew from Britain, rather than France or Spain or any other country or fiefdom.

He’s right, of course, but it would be a really hard choice. Esp. In light of all the “revolutions” that have happened in history and what it really led to. In light of that alone, it’s a really bold move to say you’re seceding and rebelling.


5 posted on 07/04/2026 4:09:54 PM PDT by the OlLine Rebel (Common sense is an uncommon virtue./Federal-run medical care is as good as state-run DMVs.)
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To: nickcarraway

I had direct ancestors that were Patriots and Loyalists. One came from Germany and fought with the Loyalist unit Butler’s Rangers, and then moved to Canada. Another was a Lieutenant in the 2nd Regiment Dutchess County Militia (NY). His ancestors came from England.


6 posted on 07/04/2026 4:17:24 PM PDT by mass55th (“Courage is being scared to death, but saddling up anyway.” ― John Wayne)
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To: nickcarraway

However he’s still withholding judgement on whether or not the sun will rise in the east tomorrow.


7 posted on 07/04/2026 4:37:07 PM PDT by Texas Eagle (If it wasn't for double-standards, Liberals would have no standards at all. )
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To: Jeff Chandler

“President Trump is a genius.”

He really is.

Great post. People from other countries see our President’s genius and also see America’s greatness. The Soros funded propaganda (AKA the fake news) sees it but fails to report it because they keep trying to hide how magnificent our country is under great leadership! Trump is a great leader.


8 posted on 07/04/2026 5:53:35 PM PDT by PrayAndVoteConservesInLibsOut
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To: PrayAndVoteConservesInLibsOut; All

When he gets back to Canada he will hear 100% negative against Trump and the USA from all the TV, all the newspapers, academics, universities, influencers, think tanks, non-profits, foundations, all the political parties - all of them gov’t funded.

And if there is any dissent on social media, Industry Minister Melanie Joey is getting ready to censor “misinformation”.

https://www.westernstandard.news/news/industry-canada-memo-outlines-plan-to-monitor-social-media-users-considering-legal-action-over-alleged-misinformation/74750


9 posted on 07/04/2026 7:46:18 PM PDT by Reverend Wright ( Anschluss now !)
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