Analysis of how Republican-backed globalization policies may have led to the manufacturing decline tariffs now promise to fix.
Economic Policy
Are Empty Ports the Canary In Our Economic Coal Mine?
Empty ports in Long Beach signal major economic shifts. We analyze who wins, who loses, and what’s ahead for consumers, workers, and businesses.
Are Corporations Using Crises to Jack Up Your Prices?
Supply chain disruptions or corporate opportunism? Unraveling the truth behind post-COVID price increases and consumer defense strategies.
Are Conservative Policies Making America Less Competitive?
Exploring how conservative policies impact America’s global competitiveness and whether progressive alternatives offer a better path forward.
How Many Times Will Farmers Bet Their Farms on Trump’s Tariff Policies?
Trump’s tariffs hurt farmers once before. Now they’re back and already causing pain. Did rural America make a costly electoral mistake?
What Actually Happens When We Have A Trade Deficit?
Unpacking the truth about trade deficits and whether they’re actually hurting America’s economy—data suggests the reality is more complex than political rhetoric.
Can Trump Fire the Fed Chair Without Crashing the Economy?
Trump’s threat to fire Jerome Powell raises serious questions about Fed independence and what politically-driven interest rates would mean for your wallet.
Do Republican Presidents Cause More Recessions?
Evidence shows Democratic administrations deliver stronger middle-class growth and fewer recessions. Here’s what middle-class voters should know.
Are Tariffs The Best Way To Bring Back Jobs, Or Do They Just Piss Off Our Allies?
Can tariffs bring back manufacturing jobs? We analyze the economic evidence behind Trump’s aggressive new trade policies.