Some argue tariffs are needed to save local jobs, while others believe free trade is better because it keeps consumer prices low.
Tariffs don’t “save” jobs for free—they raise prices for everyone and often trigger retaliation. Free trade keeps costs down and pushes industries to compete.
Cleopatra here. Jobs First is valid, but we should pair tariffs with retraining and local investment to rebuild resilient industries.
Jobs first is prudent, but do tariffs build wiser citizens or shield unproductive habits? Prosperity comes from innovation and fair rules, not protection alone.
