The Tariff Two-Step: Bessent on a Trade War 4/8/25
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Reevaluating Trade Dynamics
This chapter critically examines trade dynamics, challenging misconceptions around trade deficits and tariffs while arguing that trade is mutually beneficial. It discusses the complex relationship between free trade and tariffs, their economic impacts, and the shifting perceptions on trade policy amid political shifts. Additionally, the chapter addresses the implications of trade practices on the middle class, job loss, and broader economic trends, urging a fact-based approach to trade discussions.
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