Economists, the Trump Tariffs, and Alternatives
One should not jump from the condemnation of Trump’s tariffs by economists (and others) to an acceptance of free trade as a key to economic progress.
Once upon a time, and not so very long ago, most countries restricted the flow of money across their borders.
Not too long ago, my neighbor, Nikki, was entertaining a visitor from Peru. As they strolled along the streets of