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Politics Trump announces 30% tariffs on EU and Mexico, starting Aug. 1
'It will hurt us but it will hurt you more' has never stuck me as a good argument. -
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How often do you hear song lyrics you consider profound?
Extreme talent but your right he will never be massive. I would rarely listen to his music alone but would love to see him perform live with a group of friends. His acting is next level. -
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How often do you hear song lyrics you consider profound?
I am still awaiting your proper, if any, answer to my question wrt; "Where is the word "thief" in the post you quote from? -
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Politics Trump announces 30% tariffs on EU and Mexico, starting Aug. 1
Brexit has hurt the UK economy more than a little bit. For example, the OBR estimated that, over time, Brexit would cost the UK economy 4% of GDP (£32bn per annum). If that estimate is anywhere close to accurate, then that is sizeable in anybody's language. On top of that there are the non-financial barriers such as the increased complexity of doing business in the EU. I could go on. And what of the benefits? Increased sovereignty? In theory, but in practice, very debatable as the trade deals that the UK has agreed with the EU and the US show: They were basically given to the UK as, 'Take it or leave it'. The Johnson Brexiter government also promised a 'bonfire of EU legislation'. It hasn't happened and shows no sign of happening. Why? Perhaps, in contrast to what was claimed by Brexiters, not all EU law is bad. Or perhaps, it is the realisation that if the UK wants to take part in the game, then it is sometimes necessary to play by other people's rules especially when - like in the cases of the EU and US - they have the whip hand. Having said all that, I think that the comparison with Brexit is a false one. The US can (largely) dictate terms in bi-lateral trade talks. However, what I still don't understand is why (the threat of) a trade war is considered a good thing. If played out, it will likely result in a reduction in the volume of trade, a reduction in choice and increase in price for consumers and/or reduced margins for companies amongst other things. Whose interest does that serve? I also don't see how US sovereignty is enhanced. -
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NYT Report Says Netanyahu Prolonged War on Gaza to Stay in Power
Joe was playing peacemaker, he won’t be getting the Neville Chamberlain achievement recognition for appeasing the Terrorist / Nazi Culture of killing jews. -
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Will there ever be a safe vaccine?
LOL you must be on the spectrum perseverating about one silly notion, over and over and over....
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