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Trade Liberalization: The North American Free Trade Agreement's Economic Impact on Michigan
Summary: The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) is six years old. Has it benefited Michigan's economy? Or has it destroyed jobs and hampered prosperity, as predicted by many who participated in the national debate that raged for two years prior to its ratification? The verdict is in, and the available data clearly show that free trade is proving to be a significant boon to Michigan businesses and citizens. This study analyzes five years of import and export figures to show that the tariff cuts enacted by NAFTA have led to significantly increased Michigan exports to Canada and Mexico. The study concludes that while some businesses may have been hurt by NAFTA, on balance, removing government barriers to trade has been a positive step toward increasing the prosperity and standards of living for Michigan citizens-and citizens throughout America, Canada, and Mexico.
Details: Match Rating: 50. Posted: Dec. 20, 1999. Type: Study.
State or federal, protectionism hurts
Summary: Protectionism is an ever-popular area for demagoguery by politicians on both sides of the aisle. Protectionist bills introduced in the Michigan Senate and passed by the House would require employers who receive state and local construction, service or purchase contracts to only hire Michigan residents, with some exceptions. I can’t speak for Michigan employers like Haworth furniture or Kelly Services that may seek contracts with other state governments, but suspect that they would not be grateful if our legislature helped promote a state-level trade war by passing its own brand of “Smoot-Hawley” protectionism.
Details: Match Rating: 10. Posted: Sep. 4, 2009. Type: General Article.
Grapes of Wrath (Short Version)
Details: Match Rating: 10. Posted: Feb. 13, 2009. Type: General Article.
Free Trade a Boon to Michigan’s Ailing Economy
Summary: The competitors who are eating Michigan’s lunch aren’t Mexico or Canada, but other states where investors and entrepreneurs enjoy lower tax rates, better labor climates and fewer excessive and unreasonable regulations.
Details: Match Rating: 10. Posted: May 5, 2008. Type: Viewpoint on Public Issues.
Comerica Bank Announces Move to Dallas
Details: Match Rating: 10. Posted: Mar. 7, 2007. Type: General Article.
The Other Meaning of Arbor Day
Summary: J. Sterling Morton, who established Arbor Day in 1872, fought protectionist economic policies that allowed lumber companies to deplete forests and charge Americans a "bounty" in the form of inflated prices. As Americans celebrate the holiday this April 26, they should remember this feisty champion of impartial economic policies and small, efficient government.
Details: Match Rating: 10. Posted: Apr. 1, 2002. Type: Viewpoint on Public Issues.
Can Free Trade Really Prevent War?
Details: Match Rating: 10. Posted: Mar. 22, 2002. Type: General Article.
New Steel Tariffs Will Kill Jobs
Summary: President Bush this week hiked tariffs from 8 to 30 percent on the majority of steel products imported into America. This move will result in lost jobs and higher costs to consumers.
Details: Match Rating: 10. Posted: Mar. 8, 2002. Type: General Article.
Steel Tariffs Interview on Michigan Talk Radio Network
Summary: Mackinac Center economist Michael LaFaive was interviewed regarding the Bush steel tariffs.
Details: Match Rating: 10. Posted: Mar. 7, 2002. Type: General Article.
Free Trade a Sweeter Deal for Everyone
Summary: Economists have argued for more than two centuries that protective tariffs and quotas on imported goods make nations poorer. Despite this, the United States continues its policy of sugar protectionism, which costs U.S. consumers nearly $2 billion every year. It's time for Congress to end this costly and wasteful policy.
Details: Match Rating: 10. Posted: Mar. 4, 2002. Type: Viewpoint on Public Issues.

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