Define the term economic nationalism. Give one example of a U.S. policy that fits this economic theory.
What will be an ideal response?
Answers should describe economic nationalism as a theory of political economy that connects trade directly to the interests of the state. Answers could describe a “zero-sum game” viewed by subscribers to this policy who fear trade gains by other countries. Policies such as tariffs are commonly associated with this theory. This chapter, for instance, discusses the increase in steel tariffs by President George W. Bush.
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A. demand-side economics. B. monetary policy. C. supply-side economics. D. Keynesian economics. E. helping the lowest-income Americans.
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A. affirmative action B. comparable worth C. strict scrutiny D. remedial actions