What Comes After Mistrust? Liberalism Needs a Theory of Repair
Liberals need practical approaches to earn trust through visible, messy, and ongoing responsiveness.
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Tariffs were central to mercantilist economic policy—deployed to generate funding for government, protection for industries, or pain for enemies. But can or will tariffs be put to a genuinely public-spirited use for today's United States? Samantha, Jason, and guest Maia Mindel talk about purposes and consequences of the Trump administration's proposed tariffs.
Is It Time for Tariffs?
Podcast Episode · Neon Liberalism · 02/01/2025 · 56m
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