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U.S. Microchip Trade War on China: All About Corporate Profits, Not Workers

The Socialist Program with Brian Becker

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The Shift from Neoliberalism to Protectionism: A Capital-Driven Transformation

This chapter explores the historical transition from neoliberal free trade to protectionism, driven by the needs of capital for cheap labor, resources, and markets. It challenges the belief that rebuilding American industry will create good jobs, highlighting the economic realities and the potential impact on the working class.

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