From Top Electric.

Old Orchard Beach, a popular Maine summer destination, is facing a significant decline in Canadian tourism, with 85,000 fewer visitors crossing the border in May, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Local business owners like Blake Laughlin of Corner Surf Company report a 25% drop in business, citing reduced Canadian foot traffic. While some attribute the slump to inflation or rainy weather, these excuses miss the mark. Canadians are traveling elsewhere, driven by frustration with U.S. politics and leadership, particularly the current president’s rhetoric and perceived threats to Canadian sovereignty. Karen Ramuno of Ramuno’s Pizza and Grill blames rain, ignoring the deeper political discontent fueling the boycott. This disconnect highlights a failure to understand Canadian perspectives, with some owners like Brad Mosheart dismissing the issue as “hype.” The tourism decline reflects broader tensions in U.S.-Canada relations, and recovery requires addressing these political realities rather than external factors. Maine businesses must advocate for change and rebuild trust to lure Canadian visitors back. Until then, empty beaches and struggling shops underscore the consequences of political inaction and misplaced blame.

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