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MIDDAY-MidwestDigest-01-27-17

Max Armstrong talks about trade with Mexico. (podcast)

January 27, 2017

That tax on Mexican imports floated by Trump administration would have impacts on American consumers. Did you know we imported $21 billion worth of food and drink from Mexico in 2015? U.S. also imported $5 billion worth of tomatoes, onions and chili peppers. U.S. also imports fruits including raspberries and strawberries; wine and beer, too. You can't forget snack foods either.

Donald Trump's tax on imports has created quite a stir in auto industry. The industry says it will add $2,300 to the cost of a car, which may be offset if he takes away regulations and lowers fuel economy standards.

The imports that are not so desirable from Mexico include heroin, which is a suburban and rural problem.

Did you know the sales of physical books have risen three years in a row?

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