Golden Trade Rule - TARIFFS are TAXES. Everybody loses in the Trade War. Consumers pay more so they buy less because they can afford less. Businesses have greater expenses and sell less resulting in loss of income and potential layoffs. The downward cycle perpetuates. 

AI Generated image - Citation & Attribution
Intricately patterned tessellations of interlocking shapes, reflecting cultural exchange and trade between countries, set against a warm, earthy background, with golden accents and ornate details, reminiscent of the intricate patterns found in Islamic art, as seen in the works of M.C. Escher, with the precision and symmetry of Bridget Riley's op art, and the vibrant colors of a Henri Matisse-inspired cut-out, blending traditional and modern styles to create a visually striking representation of global commerce.
Flux Pro, Black Forest Labs, 3 April 2025