For the truth about cultural differences, watch "This Hour has 22 Minutes" (CBC Mondays at 8:00 p.m. EST). Would any "American" politician (ie: President?)allow themselves to become a living parody of themselves on National television? I watch the show faithfully and am always amazed at what those 4 Newfoundlanders get away with and I can't help but think "it would never happen in the States". Check out "Talking To Americans" on the same show when Rick Mercer does the segment......gives the impression that the world stops at the 49th parallel for the citizens of the U.S. (even though we KNOW this isn't true!)

....and its how us Canucks currently keep up with the political news in this country....through a "comedy" show....pretty scary!