In this lively episode, Andrew and Jerry navigate the turbulent waters of America's trade policy and economic rhetoric. With markets fluctuating and political discourse at fever pitch, they dive into the confusion surrounding tariffs, trade wars, and the misinformation plaguing both Wall Street and Main Street. Jerry, editor at Real Clear Policy and Real Clear Health, reveals his trusted sources for cutting through political noise, emphasizing the importance of independent voices emerging on platforms like Substack.
They tackle the contentious legacy of Reagan-era trade policies, unravel the complexity behind Trump's current economic moves, and discuss why free trade doesn't always mean fair trade—especially when dealing with geopolitical rivals like China. Andrew shares insights on how regulatory costs play a crucial yet overlooked role in economic health, arguing that tariffs can't be viewed in isolation.
Beyond economics, Andrew and Jerry scrutinize broader political and strategic issues including proxy voting controversies in Congress, internal Republican power struggles, and why communication failures remain a stumbling block for the Trump administration. With sharp analysis and spirited debate, Episode 94 delivers clarity amidst the chaos.
Tune in and get equipped to separate economic reality from political theater.
What is Andrew and Jerry Save The World!?
In a world gone mad, only rationality and common sense can save it! Join seasoned policy professionals and long-time radio hosts Andrew Langer and Jerry Rogers as they bring in-depth discussion and real solutions to the world's most-pressing problems. Andrew and Jerry have decades of experience in both politics and public policy--Jerry is the editor of several sites in the Real Clear family of websites, and Andrew is president of the Institute for Liberty. Every week, they'll take the issues that are ripped from the headlines, break them down, get advice from experts in the field, and give you their bottom line. If substance matters to you, as it does to them, then you'll want to tune in!