Show-me Institute Podcast

Susan Pendergrass and Dominic Pino, the Thomas L. Rhodes Fellow at the National Review Institute, discuss the current state of U.S. tariffs and trade policy. They explore tariffs as a hidden form of taxation, debunk common misconceptions about trade deficits, provide historical context for America’s protectionist tendencies, and more. Timestamps: 00:00 Understanding Tariffs and Economic Perspectives 02:51 The Impact of Trade Deficits 06:05 The Role of Government in Trade Policies 08:59 The Consequences of Protectionism 12:02 Future Economic Predictions 15:05 Historical Context of Tariffs 18:03 The Confusion Surrounding Current Policies Produced by Show-Me Opportunity