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Jack White, a councilor on Ireland's Cork County Council, isn't mincing words about recent U.S. trade policies. "I hope the U.S. administration begins to realize how bad an idea tariffs are," White declared, echoing growing global unease over economic protectionism.
The comments, delivered during a regional economic forum, highlight a broader backlash against trade barriers. White emphasized that "all other countries recognize the importance of free and open trade" — a swipe at policies critics say could spark a 2024 trade war.
With Ireland's tech and agricultural sectors deeply tied to international markets, White warned that tariffs risk "turning back the clock" on globalization. His plea for the U.S. to "understand the importance of this again soon" comes as EU leaders prepare for high-stakes trade negotiations this fall.
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"I hope the U.S. administration begins to realize how bad an idea tariffs are," White declared, echoing growing global unease over economic protectionism.
What's your take — smart economic strategy or outdated protectionism? Let us know! 
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