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"The Road to Serfdom" by Friedrich Hayek, published in 1944, explores the dangers of losing economic freedom and its potential impact on other freedoms. Hayek's book gained popularity during a time when state interventionism was on the rise in Europe and the U.S. Hayek argues that National Socialism was a necessary outcome of socialist tendencies, despite attempts to distance the two ideologies. The book also highlights the connection between the loss of economic freedom and the loss of intellectual and political freedom. Hayek's warnings remain relevant today as economic freedom is in retreat and intellectual freedom is under threat. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the potential benefits of ending Chevron deference for free trade, as enabled by the Supreme Court's decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo. Topics include the impact of this decision on Congress's ability to influence trade policy, the historical role of Chevron deference in judicial interpretations of agency regulations, and how this change might address ineffective trade practices.

The article titled "Has Free Trade Left Us Vulnerable to China?" discusses the potential drawbacks of free trade and the need for protectionism in certain cases. The authors argue that politically protected jobs and industries can negatively impact the economy, but they fail to address how the US should react when critical elements of society, such as the pharmaceutical supply chain or computer chip supply, are threatened by China. Another perspective presented in the article highlights the strategic and geopolitical ramifications of fully free trade, particularly in industries like semiconductors and rare-earth metals. The question is raised whether there are situations in which protectionism may be necessary. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the pending acquisition of U.S. Steel by Nippon Steel and argues that it is beneficial for America. The author emphasizes the importance of investing in American manufacturing to strengthen the domestic industrial base and revive the economy. Nippon Steel's acquisition is seen as a step towards achieving this goal, as it would create job security and bring in advanced technology. The author criticizes politicians who view the deal as a risk to national security and manufacturing, stating that foreign direct investment from allies is a vote of confidence in the U.S. economy. The article concludes by urging leaders to seize this opportunity to strengthen the U.S. steel industry. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the book "Pax Economica: Left-Wing Visions of a Free Trade World" by Marc-William Palen, which explores the historical support for free trade from the political left between 1840 and 1945. The book highlights the diverse range of individuals and groups that advocated for free trade during this period, including radical liberals, social reformers, feminists, pacifists, and socialists. It also examines the shift towards protectionism in the late 19th century and attributes it, in part, to the influence of Friedrich List, who argued for neomercantilist economic nationalism. The author of the article notes that the book reflects the author's left-leaning perspective and his criticism of neoliberalism's impact on free trade. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the weak national-security case for the Trump-Biden tariffs and challenges the notion that protectionism benefits national security. It argues that the resources lost from protectionism could have been better spent on national defense. Additionally, it highlights that trade with China can strengthen national security by providing component parts that improve productivity. The article also references a study that finds that the trade war has not provided economic help to the U.S. heartland and has had negative employment impacts, primarily in agriculture. The article concludes by questioning the logic of advocating for tariffs if one believes that central planning works better than the free market. [Extracted from the article]

This article discusses the importance of free trade for American farmers. The author, a farmer from North Dakota, emphasizes that a significant portion of agricultural exports, including soybeans, corn, beef, dairy products, and tree nuts, rely on international markets. The author criticizes Joe Biden for not prioritizing trade agreements and highlights the missed opportunities for American farmers under the Trump administration. The article suggests that candidates who address trade and offer a positive agenda for expanding exports may gain support from farmers. [Extracted from the article]

Welcome to a new era in oil and gas, prompted by Western sanctions against Russia, that gives geopolitics an edge over market forces. [Extracted from the article]

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Reports on the lawsuit filed by timber companies in the United States against the federal government, charging the illegality of the system for setting certain disputes under the United States-Canadian Free Trade Agreement. Possible effects if the case wins; Arguments concerning the charges; Allegations made by the American timber companies against its Canadian rivals.