by Daniel Brouse April 3, 2025 On April 2, President Trump unilaterally declared a trade war against the rest of the world, imposing protectionist tariffs on 180 countries — calling it “Liberation Day.” This action was taken without congressional approval and in direct violation of the Constitution. A coalition of world leaders from diverse countries […]
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Fighting a Mean Bear Market in a Trade War
by Daniel Brouse April 3, 2025 Today, one of the stock market indices officially entered into bear market territory. A bear market is typically defined as a decline of 20% or more from recent highs in a broad market index, such as the Russell 2,000 Small-cap stocks. This downturn signals a shift in investor sentiment, […]
How Tariffs on Guitars and Pianos Could Impact the Next Generation of Musicians
by Daniel Brouse April 3, 2025 An economist just referenced Little Richard to illustrate how tariffs might impact young musicians. Little Richard, known for his energetic vocals and piano playing, also had a band called “The Upsetters,” and while he wasn’t primarily a guitarist, he had notable guitarists in his band, including Jimi Hendrix. Due […]
Liberation (From Your Money) Day: Largest Tax Increase in History
April 2, 2025 On April 2, 2025, President Donald Trump announced a series of new tariffs under the “Liberation Day” initiative, targeting multiple countries and sectors. The key measures include: Universal Tariff: A minimum 10% tariff on all U.S. imports. Country-Specific Tariff Examples: China: 34% tariff on imports. Although challenging to calculate precisely, this appears […]
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Underestimation of Climate Sensitivity and Feedback Processes
by Daniel Brouse April 2, 2025 In the 1990s, we first hypothesized the non-linear acceleration of climate change. By the early 2000s, this hypothesis had evolved into established climate theory, now widely recognized as scientific fact. My lab partner, a Doctor of Physics from Ohio State, and I collaborated to provide key evidence supporting this […]
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Financial Ethics and Legal Controversies: Trump, Musk, and Conflicts of Interest
Financial Disclosure and Conflict of Interest Regulations for U.S. Presidents and Officials When a U.S. president takes office, they—as well as their cabinet members, high-ranking officials, and anyone with substantial influence in the administration—are generally required to disclose all financial activities. This process is designed to ensure transparency, prevent conflicts of interest, and uphold ethical […]
The Impending Economic Impact of April 2 Tariff Announcement: A Global Crisis in the Making
by Daniel Brouse April 1, 2025 The Washington Post has reported that sources indicate the April 2 tariff announcement is set to impose an across-the-board 20% tariff on a broad range of imports. Such a drastic move would have far-reaching implications for the global economy, potentially triggering the most significant worldwide economic downturn since the […]
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Trump Economic Facts
Amazingly, some still suffer from Trump Delusionment Syndrome, defending his economic policies while claiming Biden ‘destroyed the economy’ or insisting that Trump needs to ‘break some eggs’ to bake a cake—meaning we need to endure pain. No, we don’t need pain. The economy performed the best in history during Biden’s term, in sharp contrast to […]
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Gold: A Growing Influence in Today’s Market
by Daniel Brouse March 28, 2025 Gold: A Growing Influence in Today’s Market Gold has always been a significant asset in the global financial landscape, but recently, its influence has grown in ways not seen for quite some time. One key reason for this increased attention is its impact on the Atlanta Federal Reserve’s GDPNow […]
Trump’s Sweeping Tariff Plan Threatens to Reverse Decades of Trade Progress
by Daniel Brouse March 20, 2025 Trump aides are preparing to implement a sweeping new set of tariffs on imports valued in the trillions of dollars, aligning with the administration’s push for a more protectionist trade policy. This plan, part of Trump’s so-called “reciprocal” trade agenda, is expected to significantly alter U.S. trade relations by […]