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President Trump announced tariffs on all of our trading partners on April 3.
American media outlets and numerous commentators have voiced strong opposition, painting the tariffs as reckless and economically disastrous. The criticism has been loud and widespread, with warnings of trade wars, rising consumer prices, and global instability dominating the narrative.
However, this perspective doesn’t tell the whole story. There’s a significant contingent—economists, business owners, and everyday Americans—who argue that these tariffs are not only necessary but poised to succeed in revitalizing domestic industries, protecting national interests, and rebalancing an uneven global trade system. Watch the videos below offering a counterpoint to the prevailing outrage.
From the Steel Industry:
From Wyoming Beef Ranchers:
From Shrimpers:
Patrick Bet-David predicts President Xi will come crawling back to President Trump to negotiate a deal, April 7, 2025:
Victor Davis Hanson, The Daily Signal, April 4, 2025:
Questions
1. In the 4th video, what word does Mr. Bet David point out Trump said was his favorite when campaigning for president?
2. a) In 1996, Democratic Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi (who later became Speaker of the House) pointed out the unfair tariffs placed on the U.S. from China. What percent did China charge the U.S. in tariffs compared to how much the U.S. imposed on China?
b) President Obama in 2018 spoke of the need for fair trade: He said, “It’s also proper for advanced economies like the United States to insist on reciprocity from nations like China.”
Why do you think Democratic politicians and people on the left oppose President Trump’s efforts to “level the playing field” today?
3. When asked if he is concerned that other countries know President Trump is up against the congressional midterm elections [if his tariffs are not successful in quickly improving the economy, the Republicans will lose the majority in the House] and they will not make deals on reciprocal tariffs – instead wait him out – how does Mr. Bet David reply?
4. Victor Davis Hanson said he finds it strange that “the world seemed to erupt in anger” at President Trump’s tariffs. What question does he ask about the countries that impose large tariffs on the U.S.?
5. Define the following terms used by Mr. Hanson:
-trade surplus
-asymmetrical trade
-trade parity
-pilloried
-preemptive
-punitive
-reciprocate
-trade deficit
6. Consider the first three videos showing some of the types of American businesses, owners and workers that will benefit from reciprocal tariffs being implemented. What is your reaction to this?
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