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That JEC doc doesn’t seem to mention tariffs? Yes, prices will rise, the question is whether it will increase their leverage in the job market enough to boost
by ericd 2y ago
That JEC doc doesn’t seem to mention tariffs?
Yes, prices will rise, the question is whether it will increase their leverage in the job market enough to boost their earnings enough to counteract the higher prices.
- no_wizard 2y agomy point with the JEC wasn't about tariffs its about Republican policies that show that "will it increase their leverage in the job market enough to boost their earnings enough to counteract the higher prices" is fantasy The highest levels of leadership of the Republican party have shown time and again that they want a permanent poor underclass through their policies (both enacted and proposed) and actions. There's no sense in speculation here, if they can put the boot on labors neck, they will 100% of the time
- ericd 2y agoI mean, we were just talking about tariffs, not whatever else may be in their plans. But point taken, you think that the net result will be worse for poor people. I don’t necessarily disagree, it just seems that this one bit might be somewhat positive for the poor.
- no_wizard 2y agoThe net result will be worse for all people except those in power