Gotlieb’s advice: you can never out-lobby the Americans on their own turf

Former illustrious Canadian ambassador to the U.S., Allan Gotlieb says PM Harper's government is putting emphasis on rebuilding good access with U.S. Administration, and that doesn't mean subordination.

Use an American to attract an American. If there is any secret to Canadian success in Washington, D.C., that is one of its guiding principles, says Allan Gotlieb, former Canadian ambassador to the U.S.

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