One of the late night talk shows in Florida was discussing this issue and an Ex-Patriate Canuck asked “Why is it Canada’s fault that American’s elected a President who is so ignorant of the world around him?” When the host challenged her by saying that “W” is one of the most popular presidents in history she countered with “I didn’t comment on his popularity. My comment was about his intelligence.”

For a different spin: How many Canadians would have repeated the comment with as much relish if Francie had said “Al Gore is a moron.”

Poor Al. Won the popular vote, is intelligent, yet still NOT President.

As far as the ethics of the National Post reporter who broke the story – He had a choice to make and he made it.

AND given the restrictions of civil liberties that have been facing our southern neighbours since 9-11 – I think that Francie held this opionion, spoke this opinion and our Prime Minister stood by her right to both is marvellous. Regardless of his motivation, that reporter sparked discussions on the television, radio and in coffee shops that made Canadians speak their minds. Hip Hip