The Economics of Tariffs and Trade (with Doug Irwin)

May 5, 2025 · 01:32:53

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Doug Irwin addresses U.S. trade deficits and tariff effectiveness.
Discusses the causes of trade imbalances and manufacturing jobs.
Analyzes whether higher tariffs are beneficial for the U.S. economy.

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