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trade barrier

noun

  1. any regulation or policy that restricts international trade, especially tariffs, quotas, etc.



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"Such trade barriers hurt every American worker and consumer," Reagan said in the speech.

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In the speech, he said that his administration will end “unfair trade barriers” and overhaul “weak, pathetic” supply chains, touting agreements signed during his Asia trip.

While tariffs can look patriotic, Reagan said, “over the long run such trade barriers hurt every American worker and consumer,” lead to “fierce trade wars” and result in lost jobs.

President Ronald Reagan criticizing tariffs, saying they can look patriotic, but “over the long run such trade barriers hurt every American worker and consumer,” lead to “fierce trade wars” and result in lost jobs.

"Over the long run, such trade barriers hurt every American, worker and consumer."

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