I didn't vote for 21 years. Trump's attacks on my homeland and Canada changed everything

Summary

Fernando Ameth Pinzon, a Canadian citizen since 2004, has never participated in voting, feeling that life in Canada was safe and stable after fleeing Panama due to the U.S. invasion in 1989. His perception shifted as U.S. President Donald Trump began threatening the sovereignty of both Canada and Panama, prompting a reconsideration of the importance of voting for change. This situation highlights how external political pressures can influence individual civic engagement and the perception of safety in one’s adopted country.

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