[lastchance]

It is shortsighted of Trump not to take into account other factors besides the trade imbalance. Considering the situation of the increasing violence by Muslims in Africa and the political situation in South Africa (and other nations) it makes sense to help certain African nations stay economically viable and politically friendly to the U.S.

I know many will disagree because they think tariffs exist in isolation concerning only trade and have no bearing whatsoever on other aspects of foreign policy. African nations are indeed important to the U.S. and keeping China and Russia from gaining more of a foothold (Let alone Islam, and Socialism) should be a major part of decisions regarding how we deal with those nations.

[Jamestown1630]

I agree with you.

[TexasGator]

“It is shortsighted of Trump not to take into account other factors besides the trade imbalance.”

He does take other factors into account.

[PeterPrinciple]

It is shortsighted of Trump not to take into account other factors besides the trade imbalance.

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That is a big assumption. It is the media that is telling you he only looks at the trade imbalance.

Trump knows how to negotiate and there are always several things on the table, not just one.

[MinorityRepublican]

Considering the situation of the increasing violence by Muslims in Africa and the political situation in South Africa (and other nations) it makes sense to help certain African nations stay economically viable and politically friendly to the U.S.

One thing about Islam is that they have rules. Then they'll clean up the country (relatively speaking). No booze. No pork. Etc.

So you can see why people would want to convert to Islam in Africa.

[linMcHlp]

bttt

[Lurker]

The Levi company hates you and everything you believe in. And you want to give them a higher profit margin?

WTF is wrong with you?

L

[TexasGator]

“It is shortsighted of Trump not to take into account other factors besides the trade imbalance.”

Trump is also taking into account their high tariffs on US goods.

40% on apparel

25% on cars

15% VAT on all imports.

[af_vet_1981]

Lesotho and Israel maintain full diplomatic relations. Lesotho, along with Malawi and Swaziland, was one of the few sub-Saharan African countries that did not sever ties with Israel following the 1973 Yom Kippur War. Israel's diplomatic representation for Lesotho is handled through its embassy in South Africa.

Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Christianity: Roughly 90% of the population identifies as Christian. 
Protestantism: This is the largest Christian denomination, encompassing various groups like Anglicans, evangelical Christians, Methodists, and Pentecostals. 
Catholicism: Roman Catholics make up a significant portion of the Christian population. 
Other Religions: Muslims, Hindus, Baha'is, and followers of traditional indigenous religions constitute a small minority. 
Non-Religious: A small percentage of the population does not identify with any religion. 
Syncretism: It's common for Christians, particularly in rural areas, to blend traditional Basotho beliefs and practices with their Christian faith.