Shifts in Trade and Manufacturing Policy

This chapter explores recent diplomatic developments in trade negotiations, emphasizing a European official's offer of zero tariffs on industrial goods amidst ongoing tariff threats. It discusses the potential consequences of onshoring manufacturing and the impact of robotics on labor dynamics, while reflecting on the historical context of outsourcing and its repercussions for American workers. The chapter also critiques policies that have contributed to economic instability and rising social issues in the U.S.