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NorthernExposure

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I appreciate the sentiment but I'm not sure that's plausible


Stopping the importing of cheap Chinese products may only serve to further hurt the American economy since manufacturers here depend upon cheap parts and retailers depend on cheap products. It may be easier for the Chinese to find buyers in emerging markets than for the American economy to adjust to the loss of cheap parts and products.

For context, the U.S. represents 18% of China's export market.

Trump no doubt wants a trade war that will pander to his supporters who don't understand, but saner minds might prevent him from going down a road that hurts the American economy.

That said, at least you suggested a different approach.

(In response to this post by Faz d. Hoo)

Posted: 09/19/2017 at 3:01PM



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