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I think the problem is those same people turn around and get worked up when Trump puts tariffs up, when the same exact logic applies. Both are rational self-pre
by nwienert 7y ago
I think the problem is those same people turn around and get worked up when Trump puts tariffs up, when the same exact logic applies. Both are rational self-preservation techniques, but China gets a lot more sympathy for some reason with many here.
- edmundsauto 7y agoOne reason people may not like the pushback against China (besides the source) is they are personally enriched in the status quo, and fear (correctly or not; time will tell) that a change will affect their enrichment. It seems obvious, but it's worth repeating, a trade agreement can be a massive net negative for an entire country, but incredibly profitable for a few people.