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Expert Archives: Derek Scissors

Trade

When American patriots dumped crates of imported tea into Boston harbor rather than pay duties to the English Crown, they started a rebellion against taxes and protectionist trade measures that not only led directly to American independence, but also inspired—and … Continue reading

China

The relationship between the United States and the People’s Republic of China (PRC) is one of necessary cooperation and intense competition. The U.S. must maximize the benefits of the economic relationship, even as it maintains the forward-deployed military, alliances, and … Continue reading