"I think what’s going on with this country is that Americans are now experiencing what it’s like to be an immigrant because it’s not the easiest decision to move away from your home land. And so when that decision is made it’s definitely because you’re fleeing something and hoping for the better, but still not wanting to cut ties with your country…"
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On Americans wanting to move to Canada following the 2016 election in “Interview: Nicole Dennis-Benn” in Florida Review
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