Reviving American Manufacturing

This chapter explores the tensions within the Democratic Party concerning tariffs and free trade, highlighting a divide between neoliberal ideologies and the emerging push for industrial policy. It examines public opinion on economic strategies, the disconnect between polling and electoral support, and evolving perceptions of China in the trade narrative. The discussion emphasizes the necessity of prioritizing domestic production to rebuild manufacturing industries, addressing the risks of dependency on foreign resources and advocating for a transformative economic vision.