Debates on U.S. international economic policy almost always revolves around those that take the liberal perspective (free trade, open borders, little government interference with trade) and those that take more of realist or mercantilist approach (using government to create economic advantage, protecting the American economy from other countries trade practices, putting American workers first, etc). The debate has become even more pronounced during the Trump Administration. Talk of tariffs. border taxes, etc filled the airways and caused a lot of conflict.
In this week's essay I want you to make a strong argument about which way U.S. policy should go: liberal or mercantilist… Why? This later portion is the key part.. I want to see a well reasoned argument that convinces me of your economic wisdom. As usual I will be looking closely for evidence that you read the text material and material under lessons
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