King, at age 54, I hope there are many good years left for me and I am remain hopeful my country can always look forward to better days, regardless of what has already transpired.

But I would agree with you both on the influence we feel from the US....there is nothing else nearly as impactful upon Canadians and the importance of the upcoming election. Whichever way it goes, the effects will be felt for decades.

Dave, I'm with you on my concern about international treaties and the impact within a nation.

The world cries out for such: he is needed & needed badly- the man who can carry a message to Garcia