In this episode, Mark Hall and Dr. Walter Kemmsies critique both the Republican and Democratic administrations on A Better Way of doing things. From DOGE to Shipping and the importance of a Free Market Economy.

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As of April 2025, the U.S. economy presents a complex picture regarding the likelihood of a near-term recession. Economic indicators are mixed, with some suggesting potential challenges ahead, while others point to resilience.​ In this episode Mark Hall and Walter Kemmsies discuss about the economy and the likelihood of a recession.

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Some countries impose higher tariffs on U.S. goods compared to the tariffs the U.S. imposes on their products. This can hurt U.S. exporters because they face higher costs to access foreign markets. For example, China has historically imposed higher tariffs on some U.S. goods compared to the U.S. tariff rates on Chinese products.

Trump’s administration claimed that many countries, especially China, were engaging in unfair trade practices, such as intellectual property theft, forced technology transfers, and currency manipulation. The tariffs were seen as a tool to pressure China and other trading partners to address these issues and adhere to international trade rules.