Much ink has already been spilled regarding how the tariffs came about, why there are new proposals on the table to up the tariffs from 25% to 100% while also broadening the scope of products they effect, how nonsensical they are, and how mean-spirited and destructive they will be. Yes, they will affect all the European growers and importers you love, as well as retail and restaurants throughout America. They will also affect shipping and logistics, warehousing and administrative jobs across the country. The losses will be staggering. The best summary of the trade dispute we found was at Sevenfifty.com – click here to read this story.
So what can we do about it? The U.S.T.R. (United States Trade Representative) is currently reviewing the proposals and ACCEPTING COMMENTS! It’s time to act – to use your voice in our democracy.
So comment. You do not have to be in the business – you just have to care about our economy, jobs and fair trade. To comment directly on the government sites, use the following links:
There is a January 6th, 2020, deadline to comment on the proposed tariffs related to France’s digital service tax. To comment click here.
There is a January 13th, 2020, deadline to comment on the proposed tariffs related to the WTO civil aircraft dispute – the source of the current 25% tariffs. To comment click here.