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Chapter Overview
Chapter 1: AudiobookHub Recommendation
Chapter 2: Economic motives ignited American independence
Chapter 3: Tariffs formed the backbone of early United States government
Chapter 4: Protectionism shaped an era of American trade policy
Chapter 5: The Great Depression marked a turning point in U.S. trade policy
Chapter 6: Bipartisan backing sustained trade liberalization during the Cold War era
Chapter 7: Trade became a lightning rod in contemporary American politics
Description
Clashing Over Commerce (2017) traces the evolution of US trade policy from the founding era to the twenty-first century, focusing on the political and economic forces that shaped it. It explores the recurring debates between protectionism and free trade, showing how these conflicts reflect deeper shifts in national priorities and global engagement.
Who Should Listen
- Curious historians of American economic policy
- Policy-focused economists studying trade dynamics
- Anyone interested in US trade or politics