Does it pay for bosses to embrace nationalism?

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Published 4/3/2025 on economist.com

Apr 3rd 2025

Canadian nationalism is very unlikely to get out of hand. But when even the politest people on Earth are wrapping themselves in the flag, you know that national pride is on the march. Donald Trump’s talk of making America’s northern neighbour into the 51st state has prompted Canadians to buy maple-leaf flags, cancel southbound travel plans and boo the American anthem at sporting events. It’s not exactly Nuremberg, but it is striking.

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This article appeared in the Business section of the print edition under the headline “Flag carriers”

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