"This Won't Last" with Keith Rabois, Kevin Ryan, Logan Bartlett, and Zach Weinberg VCs Debate: Tariffs, Taxation, Supply Chain | Keith Rabois, Logan Bartlett, Zach Weinberg, Kevin Ryan
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May 8, 2025 The hosts delve into the intricate ties between politics and technology, discussing tariffs, their economic impacts, and U.S.-China trade dynamics. Fentanyl emerges as a surprising linchpin in trade negotiations, while debates on tax policy reveal stark differences in fiscal responsibility. Conversations turn to the looming specter of populism, entitlement spending, and the pathways to achieving sustainable economic growth. They also scrutinize the pharmaceutical and auto industries, addressing labor shortages and the necessity for supply chain diversification.
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Economic Statecraft Tackles Fentanyl
- The administration uses tariffs strategically to address major foreign policy goals like stopping fentanyl deaths.
- This method, called economic statecraft, links trade policies with health and safety objectives.
Tariffs Could Fuel Political Extremes
- Tariffs risk causing a harsh political backlash, potentially driving voters toward extreme socialist candidates.
- This polarization mirrors the earlier populist surge on the Republican side, threatening political stability.
Energy Prices Drive Economic Costs
- Energy prices are a critical input to goods and services, affecting overall economic price levels.
- Drilling policies and production influence these prices, impacting the broader economy.