Let's not forget the fact that high tax rates not only stop econ growth but also reduce tax revenue. Why is it so hard for conservatives to want lower taxes?
Our exports(USA exports) are tariff the world over. But for some (corrupt) reason we refuse to retaliate. My guess is a lot of congressional member are bribes by the gloBULList cartel.
There may be good policy in retaliations of this kind, when there is a probability that they will procure the repeal of the high duties or prohibitions complained of. The recovery of a great foreign market will generally more than compensate the transitory inconveniency of paying dearer during a short time for some sorts of goods.
--- Adam Smith