| Mr Puggsly said: Well some argue that's what Trump is trying to do with this tariff situation. And frankly, its probably in our best interest to do less business with China and try to rely more on other countries. People mock the US because we're bigger consumers than much of the world, but its also our strength. That makes the US a significant trading partner, China's most significant. We could work with other countries more for cheap products as well if China is seen as a real threat.
China is an economic threat, not even a debate. They also oppose our western way of life (freedom), they constantly try to steal our secrets and technology, and unfortunately we have US companies working closely with them for greater profits (like Google, facebook, apple, etc.). You seem to be oblivious to these realities. |
That all sounds great and good when its not your job or company facing issues with the Tariffs. The thing is, Trump isn't just targeting china, he is targeting everyone. If Trump was only targeting China that actually would be a decent plan and it would limit the amount of impact to the US economy. The thing is China is also out there making deals as well but they are not pissing everyone off the same way as Trump. I personally have no issue with us trying to get China in line, I have a problem trying to fight multiple battle fronts, pissing everyone off and then trying to make deals. Believing that a trade war will not hurt the US or a lot of business is very naive. Most of these business depend on long contract engagements especially our farmers. Trying to find someone else to fill the gap isn't something the industry can do at a drop of a dime and many will suffer before anything changes.
The US government support many countries that oppose western way of life, that has never been something the US cared about when it comes to business. Oh, you forgot to add one more company working closely with China which is Trump. Either way, lets just hope he actually have a plan because if its this tick for tat he is employing then that will net absolutely nothing.
