Why Every Show Cancelled at the Kennedy Center?
In a clear display of political bias, celebrities recently canceled multiple performances at the Kennedy Center in protest of President Donald Trump. Once celebrated for its commitment to artistic expression, this arts institution has allowed partisan politics to shape its programming decisions. Trump’s shakeup, in which he ousted 18 members of the Kennedy Center for…
Tariffs 101: What Are They, Who Foots the Bill, and
The imposition of tariffs on Mexico and Canada shows that President Trump’s industrial policy isn’t just rhetoric; it could be applied equally to friends and foes. But what exactly are tariffs? How do they work? Who ultimately pays the price?…
Word of the Week: Trump calls tariffs ‘the most beautiful
The word “tariff” made its way into English sometime in the 16th century. Hulton Archive/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Hulton Archive/Getty Images Tariffs are President Trump’s favorite word. That’s not an exaggeration. “I always say ‘tariffs’ is the most…
How do tariffs work, and how will they impact?
Q: The World Trade Organization was created to oversee international trade. What is its role now?Since the late 1940s, under American leadership, a rules-based multilateral system has been operating, and its performance has been outstanding. It has been associated with…
Trump Tariffs Live Updates: EU Pauses Retaliatory Measures
The U.S. is wielding “tariffs as a weapon to exert maximum pressure and seek selfish gains,” Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian told reporters at a Thursday briefing, after President Donald Trump raised tariffs on Chinese imports to 125%.”This move…