John Robson: Trudeau Did the Right Thing by Condemning Hamas, Attending Hanukkah Event

Commentary It would be nice to buttonhole Canada’s prime minister and tell him to smarten up and show proper solidarity with Jewish Canadians and Israel especially at this time. But I can’t, because on the day I’m writing, his schedule indicates he’ll be at Hanukkah on the Hill. Exactly as he should be. I don’t write many columns praising Justin Trudeau’s conduct or understanding. On the contrary, our worldviews differ so dramatically, on everything from fiscal policy to foreign policy, that if I ever actually found myself conversing with him, I’d probably stick to small talk to avoid the unpleasant kind....