MAGA, Mercantilism & Mass Extinction: The Economics of a Shifting World Order
The David McWilliams Podcast
Navigating the Economic Tide: Mercantilism to Nationalism
This chapter explores the rising anxiety over global political events and their economic implications, specifically focusing on the MAGA economic philosophy and its historical roots in mercantilism. It emphasizes the trade surplus debate and the zero-sum dynamics of international trade, connecting past ideologies to contemporary geopolitical challenges. The discussion highlights the transition from mercantilist practices to free trade principles, advocating for a nuanced understanding of economic history to alleviate current tensions.
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