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Kamala/Trump Policy Discussion: Housing, Immigration, Tariffs

"Econ 102" with Noah Smith and Erik Torenberg

CHAPTER

Rethinking Immigration and Economic Policy

This chapter explores the historical and contemporary implications of mass deportation practices in the United States, focusing on Operation Wetback and its impact on Mexican Americans. It challenges misconceptions about immigration and labor economics, advocating for a more nuanced approach to managing immigration that prioritizes economic strategies over harsh enforcement. The discussion also considers the broader effects of tariffs on the economy, arguing against blanket policies and promoting strategic alternatives.

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