In an age of declining American or United States dominance due to blunders of war on terror as well as internal economic turmoil, the book Dancing Around the Elephant Creating a Prosperous Canada in an Era of American Dominance, 19571973 came as a timely afterthought about trade relations to Canadas closest neighbor, foreign investment, and even the nationalist rhetoric. This paper will try to explore the messages brought by Bruce Muirhead with regards to Canadas relationship with the US.
Muirhead currently works as a head professor at the Department of History at Lakehead University. His position has practically given him the access to scholarly works that provide a good view of the course of history and the hints for the modern generation concerning what has been done before and what could still be done for the sake of instantiating development in the current society. Cross referencing his own works with the materials used to conduct these researches, Muirhead is in a clear position of presenting different facts about the development of Canada and the way these developments practically shaped the chances of Canada to achieve stable positions in the international industry with the current popularity of the United States in the field of the international market trading.
In the world of the modern commercialism and international industries of trading, being able to accomplish trading achievements, given the tough commercial competition, is an essential part of establishing the national reputation and identity. So far, the United States has already started making a good name in the field of the international market competition. This established identity has made this country a well known capitalist economy, that enables its business entities to gain a proper recognition even in the field of the international trade exchange.
As far as Canada is concerned, basically, although also considered to be among the first world countries, it has only the fourth level of commercial identity in the overall rating that involved international entities around the globe. The main point is what solutions there are for Canada to fare better in the commercial world lead by the United States. This is the main consideration that Muirhead intended to show in his writing. The questions addressed, include the following how is Canada trying to make a good sense of its resources and its people to face the competition How is the country able to take charge of its responsibilities in the field of the international market thus making a name for itself that is recognizably popular in the face of international commercialism These are among the primary questions that Muirhead intended to answer through his book Dancing around the Elephant.
Discussion
Unlike other common history books about Canada, the book of Muirhead showed one side of Canadas pursuit towards international recognition in trade. The book discussed the different operations of the Canadian government in order to create a good reputation in trade and industry amidst the challenges of modern globalization. Muir touched on sensitive issues about Canadas economic development in its close relations with the US stating that, This growth contributed to the perception of the Pearson government that was to dog it while in power and for long afterward that it continued to sellout of Canada to the United States that had begun under Louis St. Laurent. (Italized text is the authors).
Within the context of this book, a specific consideration made on the different entities that exists within the country to further develop the overall economic status of the Canada has been clearly emphasized by the author. Through these particular presentations, it has been made certain that Canada tried to exploit whatever resources they have to contend to US demand.
Considering Canada as an entity that dances around the elephant United States, this book further intends to make a vivid presentation of the way Canada tries to create strategies that are more than just direct competition to the big daddy of the international commerce. These factors, though indirect, have actually provided Canada with the source of competitive confidence that the country is most able to contradict the impending competition that not only the US economy poses but also that of the British rule in the international trade and exchange industries. To know more about the detailed indications that the book itself presents to the readers, the following section shall discuss the said matters further.
Muirhead provided a historical background of Canada as a dependent economy in contrast to the international trade during the 1960s. Through the definition of what the history was able to contribute to the success of the entire country, the author outlines the most definitive factors that lead towards the advancement of Canadas economy towards the modern globalization strategic partnership with the US with much sacrifice.
Traces of US dominant behavior is evident in the book Canada providing payment balances of CAN 1.2 billion to the US, the US controlling 60 of Canadian oil but with Canada having to beg for continuous export of same oil to US market, Canadian borrowing to New York, to matters of US irritation towards Canadian budget. Here, Muir went as far as quoting from a diary entry of The Americans are intensely irritated by our new Budget.
In latter chapters, the author presented various acts and laws formed between the United States and Canada when it comes to trade systems. Such trade acts included that of the Canada-US Free Trade Agreement of 1989 creating the free trade between the two countries. This allowed Canada to provide exports to the United States as well as accept import products for the country with lesser tax responsibilities. However, due to the fact that the economy of Canada is in a much dependent state, it is less able to provide exports compared to how much import products it takes from the United States. In short, this agreement has resulted into a much one-sided benefit that belonged to the United States as primary actors within the agreement. Here, Muir laid out Ottawas selling out Canadian flag followed trade with US.
Another trade act is that of the Products Trade Agreement. This is when the Canadian government took the opportunity to get the best benefits they could from the agreement. As pointed out by Muirhead, the Canadian economy took a big break as the strategy of the automotive advancement came into the picture. Through the protection provided by the Products Trade Agreement, the Canadian automobile industry was able to make a good approach in utilizing the American design of automobiles and produce them for both the Canadian buyers and also for the British market.
Trade relations with the British were also explored in consideration of historical relations, debt, export and import. Careful management and study of trend had the Canadians took advantage of what were presented them where delay and decline were probable. Quoting J.H. Warren of Canadas Department of Trade, Muir emphasized that British offer was turned down, because Canadians enjoyed nearly all its advantages in the United Kingdom market already, and were therefore not willing to give something for nothing.
Basically, this system provided the Canadian economy an edge against that of the American standing within the international commercial competition. In a way, Muirhead considered that Canada was able to dance around the elephant through utilizing its resources and technology to come up with a well defined level of competition against that of the United States. Agreed upon or not, it could be well mentioned that somehow, this strategy has indeed provided Canada the edge that it needs to manage the competition that it needs to have as leverage against the well established reputation of the United States in the field of international trade.
As a proof, the author mentioned the most incredible definitions that created a well imposed characteristic that modern Canada stands with today. In accordance to the research of the author, it has been realized that the automotive industry indeed created a well defined economic status for the country. Surely, this mandate allowed the entire national treasury of Canada to gain as much profit as it needs to be able to comply with the needs and demands of the people in the country. This has provided a view that compared with London or Brussels, Ottawa did better in protecting its economy against the US. Nevertheless, Muirhead did not restrain from licking the boot, so to speak as it scattered throughout the book how much the US role meant to Canadas economy Most importantly, the United States was now the guarantor of Canadian prosperity. If there were nationalist concerns expressed every once in a while over Canadas dependent relationship with its southern neighbor, they were surely a reflection of the good times that the North American economic relationship had broght.
This is perhaps the reason that today, the well established position of the Canadian economy makes it easier for the countrys status in the international trade to attract certain group of traders to take interest with the import products that the country is capable of releasing to the international market. Understandably, this is how Canada has been noted as the country that simply knows when to march and when to sleep during a well planned and appointed time.
Critique and Analysis
Ranging from the step-by-step discussion of the basic identifiable elements that made Canada the country that it is today, Muirhead was able to compensate on the different shortcomings of other historical accounts written about Canada, if only in editorialized and close tab of Canadas trading system, management and economic strategies. Likely, it is through this indicative presentation of facts that the book of Muirhead was considered unique and worthy of attention.
Balancing the discussion between the history and the economy of the country, the author was able to explore how the past of Canada actually assisted the country and its people towards learning from the different lessons presented by history itself. With this approach, the author was able to clarify the different elements that prompted the development of the country towards prosperity even when they are living in the midst of the American imperialism especially when it comes to ruling the international industry of modern commercial trading.
The well researched approach that the author used presented all the necessary facts that are able to lead the readers towards an understanding that provides them a vivid picture as to how Canada gradually made it in the field of international automotive industry success. Surely, through a well presented set of details, this reading presents a comprehensive indication on what steps have been taken by Canada and how all these procedures proved to be important in aiding the country towards the recognizable reputation that it already has in the international trading industries.
Muirhead was well knowledgeable and in the position of creating the reading material that is able to present a well-researched definition of history and economy in a very convincing manner. Through referencing the reactions and opinions of other local and international economists, the author was able to create an authentic voice for the reader thus making it more convincing especially when it comes to defining the current state of the country in the face of economic fidelity.
With proper account of economic data as well as analysis of Canadas economic managers, the consideration concerning the factual side and the opinionated side of the discussion, the book makes an interesting find with informative reading for those aiming to see how much history has taught Canada in facing up to the challenge of economic freedom from being basically dependent upon the American in the field of international commercial trading.
The specific command of the subject on the part of the author provided this reading a considerable authoritative discussion of the facts that are intended to make the entire research and discussion presentation an informative factor that describes the journey of Canada towards a more independent economy apart from that of the supporting economic stand of the United States. Having a much freer economy provides the Canadian enterprise owners a chance to decide upon their activities in a much personally controlled manner. Also, with the presentations of the lawful background of the discussion, the reading provides a much considerable indication on the different provisions that are provided by trade agreements that subject Canada within the protection and the limitations as well as capabilities that they have in considering international trade as part of the process of economic rebuilding that they are taking into consideration at present.
Countries around the globe continue to vie for a considerable position in the international trade systems. At some point, economic freedom basically positions the power for the country in comparison with the economic stability of others. This is the main reason why it is very important for dependent countries such as Canada to break free from the chains through the utilization of useful strategies that could provide them the strength that they need to face up to the challenge of global competition. Undeniably, through research and historical data collection, Muirhead, was able to complete the presentation in a considerable manner. Canadas managers may continue learning form Muirheads insights to pursue further economic advances that will assure the whole country with the strength it needs to face international competition in the middle of the big daddies of the world economy.
The bigger advantage of this book is that other economies excluding the United States may learn from it, too.
Muirhead currently works as a head professor at the Department of History at Lakehead University. His position has practically given him the access to scholarly works that provide a good view of the course of history and the hints for the modern generation concerning what has been done before and what could still be done for the sake of instantiating development in the current society. Cross referencing his own works with the materials used to conduct these researches, Muirhead is in a clear position of presenting different facts about the development of Canada and the way these developments practically shaped the chances of Canada to achieve stable positions in the international industry with the current popularity of the United States in the field of the international market trading.
In the world of the modern commercialism and international industries of trading, being able to accomplish trading achievements, given the tough commercial competition, is an essential part of establishing the national reputation and identity. So far, the United States has already started making a good name in the field of the international market competition. This established identity has made this country a well known capitalist economy, that enables its business entities to gain a proper recognition even in the field of the international trade exchange.
As far as Canada is concerned, basically, although also considered to be among the first world countries, it has only the fourth level of commercial identity in the overall rating that involved international entities around the globe. The main point is what solutions there are for Canada to fare better in the commercial world lead by the United States. This is the main consideration that Muirhead intended to show in his writing. The questions addressed, include the following how is Canada trying to make a good sense of its resources and its people to face the competition How is the country able to take charge of its responsibilities in the field of the international market thus making a name for itself that is recognizably popular in the face of international commercialism These are among the primary questions that Muirhead intended to answer through his book Dancing around the Elephant.
Discussion
Unlike other common history books about Canada, the book of Muirhead showed one side of Canadas pursuit towards international recognition in trade. The book discussed the different operations of the Canadian government in order to create a good reputation in trade and industry amidst the challenges of modern globalization. Muir touched on sensitive issues about Canadas economic development in its close relations with the US stating that, This growth contributed to the perception of the Pearson government that was to dog it while in power and for long afterward that it continued to sellout of Canada to the United States that had begun under Louis St. Laurent. (Italized text is the authors).
Within the context of this book, a specific consideration made on the different entities that exists within the country to further develop the overall economic status of the Canada has been clearly emphasized by the author. Through these particular presentations, it has been made certain that Canada tried to exploit whatever resources they have to contend to US demand.
Considering Canada as an entity that dances around the elephant United States, this book further intends to make a vivid presentation of the way Canada tries to create strategies that are more than just direct competition to the big daddy of the international commerce. These factors, though indirect, have actually provided Canada with the source of competitive confidence that the country is most able to contradict the impending competition that not only the US economy poses but also that of the British rule in the international trade and exchange industries. To know more about the detailed indications that the book itself presents to the readers, the following section shall discuss the said matters further.
Muirhead provided a historical background of Canada as a dependent economy in contrast to the international trade during the 1960s. Through the definition of what the history was able to contribute to the success of the entire country, the author outlines the most definitive factors that lead towards the advancement of Canadas economy towards the modern globalization strategic partnership with the US with much sacrifice.
Traces of US dominant behavior is evident in the book Canada providing payment balances of CAN 1.2 billion to the US, the US controlling 60 of Canadian oil but with Canada having to beg for continuous export of same oil to US market, Canadian borrowing to New York, to matters of US irritation towards Canadian budget. Here, Muir went as far as quoting from a diary entry of The Americans are intensely irritated by our new Budget.
In latter chapters, the author presented various acts and laws formed between the United States and Canada when it comes to trade systems. Such trade acts included that of the Canada-US Free Trade Agreement of 1989 creating the free trade between the two countries. This allowed Canada to provide exports to the United States as well as accept import products for the country with lesser tax responsibilities. However, due to the fact that the economy of Canada is in a much dependent state, it is less able to provide exports compared to how much import products it takes from the United States. In short, this agreement has resulted into a much one-sided benefit that belonged to the United States as primary actors within the agreement. Here, Muir laid out Ottawas selling out Canadian flag followed trade with US.
Another trade act is that of the Products Trade Agreement. This is when the Canadian government took the opportunity to get the best benefits they could from the agreement. As pointed out by Muirhead, the Canadian economy took a big break as the strategy of the automotive advancement came into the picture. Through the protection provided by the Products Trade Agreement, the Canadian automobile industry was able to make a good approach in utilizing the American design of automobiles and produce them for both the Canadian buyers and also for the British market.
Trade relations with the British were also explored in consideration of historical relations, debt, export and import. Careful management and study of trend had the Canadians took advantage of what were presented them where delay and decline were probable. Quoting J.H. Warren of Canadas Department of Trade, Muir emphasized that British offer was turned down, because Canadians enjoyed nearly all its advantages in the United Kingdom market already, and were therefore not willing to give something for nothing.
Basically, this system provided the Canadian economy an edge against that of the American standing within the international commercial competition. In a way, Muirhead considered that Canada was able to dance around the elephant through utilizing its resources and technology to come up with a well defined level of competition against that of the United States. Agreed upon or not, it could be well mentioned that somehow, this strategy has indeed provided Canada the edge that it needs to manage the competition that it needs to have as leverage against the well established reputation of the United States in the field of international trade.
As a proof, the author mentioned the most incredible definitions that created a well imposed characteristic that modern Canada stands with today. In accordance to the research of the author, it has been realized that the automotive industry indeed created a well defined economic status for the country. Surely, this mandate allowed the entire national treasury of Canada to gain as much profit as it needs to be able to comply with the needs and demands of the people in the country. This has provided a view that compared with London or Brussels, Ottawa did better in protecting its economy against the US. Nevertheless, Muirhead did not restrain from licking the boot, so to speak as it scattered throughout the book how much the US role meant to Canadas economy Most importantly, the United States was now the guarantor of Canadian prosperity. If there were nationalist concerns expressed every once in a while over Canadas dependent relationship with its southern neighbor, they were surely a reflection of the good times that the North American economic relationship had broght.
This is perhaps the reason that today, the well established position of the Canadian economy makes it easier for the countrys status in the international trade to attract certain group of traders to take interest with the import products that the country is capable of releasing to the international market. Understandably, this is how Canada has been noted as the country that simply knows when to march and when to sleep during a well planned and appointed time.
Critique and Analysis
Ranging from the step-by-step discussion of the basic identifiable elements that made Canada the country that it is today, Muirhead was able to compensate on the different shortcomings of other historical accounts written about Canada, if only in editorialized and close tab of Canadas trading system, management and economic strategies. Likely, it is through this indicative presentation of facts that the book of Muirhead was considered unique and worthy of attention.
Balancing the discussion between the history and the economy of the country, the author was able to explore how the past of Canada actually assisted the country and its people towards learning from the different lessons presented by history itself. With this approach, the author was able to clarify the different elements that prompted the development of the country towards prosperity even when they are living in the midst of the American imperialism especially when it comes to ruling the international industry of modern commercial trading.
The well researched approach that the author used presented all the necessary facts that are able to lead the readers towards an understanding that provides them a vivid picture as to how Canada gradually made it in the field of international automotive industry success. Surely, through a well presented set of details, this reading presents a comprehensive indication on what steps have been taken by Canada and how all these procedures proved to be important in aiding the country towards the recognizable reputation that it already has in the international trading industries.
Muirhead was well knowledgeable and in the position of creating the reading material that is able to present a well-researched definition of history and economy in a very convincing manner. Through referencing the reactions and opinions of other local and international economists, the author was able to create an authentic voice for the reader thus making it more convincing especially when it comes to defining the current state of the country in the face of economic fidelity.
With proper account of economic data as well as analysis of Canadas economic managers, the consideration concerning the factual side and the opinionated side of the discussion, the book makes an interesting find with informative reading for those aiming to see how much history has taught Canada in facing up to the challenge of economic freedom from being basically dependent upon the American in the field of international commercial trading.
The specific command of the subject on the part of the author provided this reading a considerable authoritative discussion of the facts that are intended to make the entire research and discussion presentation an informative factor that describes the journey of Canada towards a more independent economy apart from that of the supporting economic stand of the United States. Having a much freer economy provides the Canadian enterprise owners a chance to decide upon their activities in a much personally controlled manner. Also, with the presentations of the lawful background of the discussion, the reading provides a much considerable indication on the different provisions that are provided by trade agreements that subject Canada within the protection and the limitations as well as capabilities that they have in considering international trade as part of the process of economic rebuilding that they are taking into consideration at present.
Countries around the globe continue to vie for a considerable position in the international trade systems. At some point, economic freedom basically positions the power for the country in comparison with the economic stability of others. This is the main reason why it is very important for dependent countries such as Canada to break free from the chains through the utilization of useful strategies that could provide them the strength that they need to face up to the challenge of global competition. Undeniably, through research and historical data collection, Muirhead, was able to complete the presentation in a considerable manner. Canadas managers may continue learning form Muirheads insights to pursue further economic advances that will assure the whole country with the strength it needs to face international competition in the middle of the big daddies of the world economy.
The bigger advantage of this book is that other economies excluding the United States may learn from it, too.
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