Letters from an American March 12, 2025
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Mar 13, 2025 Delve into the effects of Trump's hefty aluminum and steel tariffs and how they sparked a trade war with the EU and Canada. Explore the historical roots of conservatism through Edmund Burke's critiques, contrasting traditional values with modern Republican actions. Discover the geopolitical consequences of Trump's pro-Russia stance and cuts to medical research. Plus, uncover allegations of corruption in the government and how strategic political moves influence crucial elections like the Wisconsin Supreme Court race.
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Trade War
- Trump's steel and aluminum tariffs prompted retaliatory tariffs from the EU and Canada.
- These targeted goods from Republican states, disrupting supply chains and raising consumer costs.
Burke's Conservatism
- Edmund Burke's conservative philosophy emphasized governmental stability and slow change based on facts.
- He warned against radical, ideology-driven governance prioritizing specific worldviews.
Radical Republicans
- The Republicans under Trump are not conservatives, but dangerous ideological radicals, according to Burke’s definition.
- They dismantle a prosperous government to impose one based on the rule of a few men.