Tariifs:Lesser Of Two Evils
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of two evils. On the one hand, it seems clear that the Canadian lumber industry has an unfair advantage because of the government subsidy and the U.S. must protect domestic lumber industries and jobs. However, restrictions to free trade usually produces higher prices for the consumer and may restrict consumer choice. So, although the tariffs will benefit the domestic industries, the burden ultimately falls on the consumer and is not truly best for society.
of two evils. On the one hand, it seems clear that the Canadian lumber industry has an unfair advantage because of the government subsidy and the U.S. must protect domestic lumber industries and jobs. However, restrictions to free trade usually produces higher prices for the consumer and may restrict consumer choice. So, although the tariffs will benefit the domestic industries, the burden ultimately falls on the consumer and is not truly best for society.