Reasonable Disagreements

Reasonable Disagreements: Trade-War Debate: Richard Epstein Vs Adam White

Professors Epstein and White debate trade policy in theory and practice.

Reasonable Disagreements•May 23, 2018
Reasonable Disagreements: Trade-War Debate: Richard Epstein Vs Adam White

On Sunday, Treasury Secretary Mnuchin announced that “we’re putting the trade war [with China] on hold.” Meanwhile the NAFTA renegotiations seem to be stalling. Professors Epstein and White debate trade policy in theory and practice. Featuring cameo appearances by Ricardo, Keynes, Lincoln, Hamilton, Clay, Mnuchin, and Trump.

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Richard A. Epstein

Richard A. Epstein

Adam J. White

Adam J. White

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