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Imagine that a large earthquake hits North America. The earthquake’s epicenter is exactly on the border between the United States and Canada between Seattle and Vancouver. The towns and cities closest to the epicenter and in both countries are severely damaged.
Based on what you have learned in this class and any additional research made, which country (the United States with its presidential system of democracy or Canada with its parliamentary system of democracy) will be more effective at addressing the crisis? Explain your answer.