
Trump’s Tariff Disaster
The David Frum Show
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The Illusions of Trade and Tariffs
This chapter examines the changing landscape of American trade and employment, contrasting modern service-oriented economies with past manufacturing industries. It critiques recent tariff policies, highlighting their negative impacts on national security, consumer prices, and international relations, while questioning the motivations behind these economic decisions. The discussion reveals how outdated perspectives on trade deficits could hinder the competitiveness of American industries and underscores the need for a more nuanced understanding of current economic realities.
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