Recently, Canadian media have reported incidents of American individuals and companies refusing to do business with Canadian individuals and companies because of their "Canadianness". The reason given for this practice is the lack of official Canadian support for the American war on terrorism as continued in Iraq, this despite Canadian military support in the region.

Rumors (which I do not believe) tell of other, more frightening types of American protest against Canadians exist. There have been reports (unfounded) that Americans have verbally abused Canadians on the streets of America and have vandalised Canadian cars.

What I am interested in hearing are the opinions of regular Americans. I have only a few family members in the United States, so my perspective is limited by media, which are often inaccurate and always biased, on both sides of the border. For those Americans reading this message, what do you really think about the current relationship between Canada and the United States? Should American businesses and individuals alter their trade policies based on Canada's policy on American war involvement? Will the situation get worse for Canadians? Is it right? Do you care?

American opinions are asked for, but if you are some other nationality, of course I will be interested to read about your opinion.

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