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Noam Chomsky: Trump’s “Economic Boom” Is a Sham
The sharp rise in suicides and overdoses under Trump exposes the truth about the U.S. economy, Noam Chomsky says.
Deal or No Deal, the Rivalry Between the US and China Will Intensify
We need an international socialism built on working-class solidarity to end this imperialist rivalry.
When Politicians Say “Free Trade,” They Mean Upward Redistribution
It's a make-it-up-as-you-go ideology.
Trump’s Tariffs on Chinese Imports Are Actually a Tax on the US Middle Class
Trump is effectively proposing one of the largest tax increases on the middle class in memory.
Trump Is Giving Protectionism a Bad Name
Tariffs and subsidies to support infant industries can be key for economic development in the Global South.
Will This Trade War Be Donald Trump’s Political Waterloo?
Ah, Mr. President, about those tariffs ...
With Anti-China Protectionism, the Left Is Aiding Trump’s Xenophobic Agenda
Even leading progressives like Bernie Sanders can fall short of full-throated solidarity with Chinese workers.
Backfire
Thanks to Trump's wildfire tariffs, an iconic American brand is moving jobs overseas.
“US Officially in Trade War With Canada” as Trump Doubles Down on Reckless Tariffs
Trade experts and lawmakers have repeatedly denounced Trump's push for a trade war with America's major allies as a “reckless” maneuver.
Republicans Are Finally Ready to Limit Trump’s Power — but Only on Trade and Tariffs
Trump is reportedly unhappy with the move to restrict his powers.