The Human Cost of Tariffs on Struggling Economies

This chapter explores the negative consequences of newly imposed tariffs on nations like Myanmar and Sri Lanka, already facing significant crises. It highlights the economic struggles exacerbated by these tariffs and emphasizes the disconnect between U.S. economic policies and the hardships endured by vulnerable populations in these countries.

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All of this week's episodes of It Could Happen Here put together in one large file.

The Library Funding Cliff
Anarchism In Uruguay feat. Andrew, Pt. 2
RFK Jr. Breaks the Medical System
How ICE Is Targeting Students for Deportation
Executive Disorder: White House Weekly #10

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https://www.cbsnews.com/news/rfk-jr-to-gut-vaccine-promotion-and-hiv-prevention-office-sources-say/

https://archive.ph/z2Fyx

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https://www.axios.com/2025/03/29/rfk-jr-body-shames-west-virginia-governor

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https://www.cnn.com/2025/03/31/health/vaccine-grants-cancelled-pediatricians/index.html