Chris James Michener

In this discussion, Jeff Stein, Chief Economics Correspondent for The Washington Post, and Chris James Michener, Professor of Economics at Santa Clara University, dive into the ramifications of America's recent shift towards aggressive trade policies. They reflect on past protectionist measures, like the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act, and the economic fallout from earlier trade wars. The conversation highlights the uncertainty businesses face today, public sentiment on tariffs, and the broader implications for global trade relations and the economy.