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NAFTA, Free Trade, and Tariffs: Problems with Canada and Mexico — and Solutions
Originally published in March 2025. This episode reflects my thinking at the time. I still find the central question relevant: What problem should a trade agreement solve
Free trade agreements like NAFTA were supposed to benefit everyone — but have they delivered? In this episode, I break down how tariffs, trade imbalances, and corporate interests have shaped trade between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. More importantly, I explore solutions to make trade fairer and more sustainable.
How NAFTA reshaped North American trade — the good, the bad, and the unintended consequences
The role of tariffs…
The skinny
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