Navigating Free Trade Ideologies

This chapter explores the ideological divides within the conservative movement around free trade, emphasizing the need for civil discourse amidst the complexities of economic discussions. It challenges oversimplified views on trade, linking it to broader themes of human rights and natural rights, while calling for a more nuanced understanding of trade in relation to cultural and political values. The chapter also critiques the notion that free trade should be unequivocally supported, drawing on historical perspectives to highlight the importance of first principles in policy-making.