Ana Swanson

Edward Alden is a senior fellow at the CFR and a distinguished professor, while Ana Swanson is a trade journalist at the New York Times. They dive into the evolving landscape of U.S. trade policy, highlighting challenges stemming from competition with China. The duo dissects past deindustrialization narratives and the impacts of tariffs, especially during Trump’s presidency. They explore how shifting protectionist sentiments are reshaping society and influencing the upcoming election's trade discussions.