Less than 24 hours later, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stated, unequivocally, that Canada would not move its embassy (such unequivocal, decisive stances on foreign policy matters are remarkable for this Prime Minister). Recognition of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel does nothing to prejudice the outcome of the “conflict” or any related negotiations. Predictably, many have attempted to denigrate this policy position as nothing more than parroting President Trump, or crass ethnic vote pandering. Of course, President Trump is so polarizing a figure that many feel compelled to reflexively disagree with any position he supports. In this more honest historical context, I’d like to address a simple question to Prime Minister Trudeau and Minister Freeland, who are fond of describing their position on Israel as being one of an “Honest broker.” I ask: “Honest broker?

Source: National Post February 28, 2018 17:37 UTC