The original idea was much funnier, with Sir John A. wearing a beer hat. Alas!

Representative William McKinley of Ohio, 1890.

McKinley: I shall now break Canada with my stupid tariffs!

Sir John A. Macdonald, Leader of the Conservative Party.

Sir John: What up, Yankee?

McKinley: Oh no! It's Sir John A. Macdonald, Father of Confederation and notorious drunkard! Don't breathe on me!

Sir John: Too late.

McKinley: Oh god, I'm dying!
Published On: September 2, 2026

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