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To: Kenny

No, let’s not impose tariffs because

1) they artificially raise costs, and therefore, prices to the American consumer

2) they do nothing to address the underlying causes of business fleeing our country. It is a false solution, hiding the real solutions that should be implemented.


199 posted on 03/15/2016 11:21:25 AM PDT by Jim W N
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To: Jim 0216

Do you believe that the trade barriers imposed by other countries on imported US goods hurts our businesses?


201 posted on 03/15/2016 11:23:26 AM PDT by tatown (Cruznoccio - A Washington DC Production)
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To: Jim 0216

Tariffs have NEVER worked. They generally have the exact opposite effect of what was intended.

The Hawley–Smoot Tariff act certainly worked out well for Hoover didn’t it.

Those who do not learn from history are doomed to repeat it.


210 posted on 03/15/2016 11:30:31 AM PDT by traderrob6
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To: Jim 0216

Tariffs are to level the playing field, reduce deficits and discourage American companies from deserting this country. And yes, they will work.


212 posted on 03/15/2016 11:33:38 AM PDT by Kenny
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