Sweeney: Tech, Not Trade, Hurt U.S. Manufacturing

The video discusses the insights of economic historian Brad Delong on US manufacturing compared to Germany. It attributes job reductions to NAFTA and China's WTO entry, highlighting the role of technology in productivity. The discussion includes US manufacturing challenges, the need for investment, and industrial policy considerations, with a focus on protectionism.

What are the implications of NAFTA on American manufacturing jobs compared to Germany?

In what ways has Germany managed to maintain a strong manufacturing sector?

What role does technology play in the manufacturing productivity of rich countries?

How does the strength of the dollar affect investment in American manufacturing?

What are the key components of a successful industrial policy according to the discussion?