Did Ferris Bueller Predict the Trade War?
The David McWilliams Podcast
Exploring Tariffs and Economic Theory Through Film
This chapter explores the historical significance of the Hawley-Smoot Tariff Act and its effects during the Great Depression. The discussion highlights the use of tariffs as protective measures and examines their ineffectiveness, alongside a reflection on American financial culture and monetary policy.
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