Donald Trump's Tariffs and the Price of Calm
Briefly

The article discusses the author's observations in Finland and Estonia during President Trump's tariff policy announcements. It highlights the historical context of these nations, which have experienced significant upheaval in the past. The perspective from this region illustrates a contrast with American attitudes towards economic challenges, emphasizing the importance of historical lessons and peaceful resolution. The author reflects on the resilience of these countries in building prosperous societies despite their tumultuous histories and how they navigate contemporary geopolitical tensions.
They are masters, at this point, of defusing-of figuring out how to calm the waters. In the process, they've built a prosperous and decent nation.
Estonians had it even worse, since they were simply overrun by the Soviets... The long occupation kept a dark shadow over their history, shaping their national identity.
Read at The New Yorker
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