'The Traitor'

Democrats have been accusing China of human rights abuses and unfair trade practices for years. Back in 1996, Nancy Pelosi gave an impassioned speech making a strong case against granting China Most Favored Nation status and argued in favor of using tariffs to address our trade deficit. Similarly, Chuck Schumer, Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders, and many others on the left have consistently criticized China and supported the use of tariffs to hold them accountable. They've all talked tough—but when President Trump actually started implementing these policies, they suddenly began opposing him. California Governor Gavin Newsom, after trying to negotiate a trade deal directly with China, is now suing President Trump in an effort to undermine his tariff strategy. How can we win a trade war with China when they’re united, and we’re divided? Join the conversation and get answers to this question and more on According2Sam episode #303. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.according2sam.com