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The “Why I’m interested in my topic” section of the project Google Doc
(see step 1 of the Week 2 assignment)
I am an 18 year old boy, who doesn't by any means have unlimited money to buy things. Thinking about the increases recently, it is starting to scare me as I don't know what I would do to afford higher prices of goods, nor do I want to think about how it would drastically affect other people in my community as well.
List of stakeholders
Me, my immediate family, my extended family, stores and sellers, the economy, the producers, my community, anyone in the US, other countries that the US interacts with.
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“Where’s my thinking” update on Writing Partners (Feb. 19)
I have learned that tariffs aren't the best option, for slowing down the the flow of fentanyl into the US. In fact, it doesn't really affect that scene in any way. The tariffs are also just increasing the price of goods and will continue to do so. I think that yes, prices will go up significantly, and this is mostly due to the tariffs Trump has placed on Mexico, Canada, and China. I'm going to include details about what a tariff is, what the specific tariffs placed are, and how they will increase prices drastically.
I am an 18-year-old boy, who doesn't by any means have unlimited money to buy things. Thinking about the increases recently, it is starting to scare me as I don't know what I would do to afford higher prices of goods, nor do I want to think about how it would drastically affect other people in my community as well. The people that could be affected and involved because of this are me, my immediate family, my extended family, stores and sellers, the economy, the producers, my community, anyone in the US, and other countries that the US interacts with.
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They Say, I Say sentences
Pettypiece acknowledges that Trump has placed tariffs on all goods coming into the United States from Canada, Mexico, as well as China. She then goes on to say this is “threatening a trade war with its closest trading partners — and higher prices for Americans on thousands of consumer goods.”
American consumer Sentiment has fallen in the US, brought on by inflation. According to CNN, it has gone “down by a steep 10% from January.” This is the second consecutive month it has done so.
In discussions of Inflation, one controversial issue has been tariffs placed upon Canada, Mexico, and China. On the one hand, Trump argues that it is slowing the travel of illegal fentanyl across the US border. On the other hand, economists and citizens alike oppose the new tariffs (Mena). Others even believe they are doing more harm than good. My own view is that they are a horrible idea and a trade war is not beneficial in any way.
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Summaries of my sources from my project Google Doc or from Writing Partners
This article talks about what Trump’s tariffs are doing to goods ranging from produce to electronics and toys. It describes everything happening between Canada, Mexico, China, and the US and how each country is affecting each other. It talked about gas which is a particular concern for me.
This article talks about how Trump is now receiving less support than he did before, as he is implementing tariffs that are doing more damage than they would help out, and the prices of goods are skyrocketing. It mentions how he is blaming Biden instead of taking partial responsibility.
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Text of all my annotations
53% is kind of wild, and I think that Tariffs are maybe a little responsible for this
$2,700 per car is kind of outrageous
This is a problem in our country. everyone is divided into two or three groups with vary different oppinions
One way to combat this could be to find a solution to both the Russia-Ukraine war but also end the trade war that was just started by trump.
True, but I belive trump isnt going to help solve the war in any way.
This could be a problem for many people, as gas is a necessity. Higher gas prices will affect almost everyone I know, including myself.
: I really enjoy avocados, so if they increase in price, that will be unfortunate. The US gets more than just avocados as well from Mexico.
This could be a smart move, as China is potentially going to invade Taiwan in the near future which could disrupt the production of electronics for all of us.
This is good news, as the prices won't rise too much more. The Avian flue is mostly responsible for that rise.
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This seems to be a WRITING project. Let’s dive into your thoughts and notes to identify some potential inquiry topics for exploration.
Here are five inquiry topics that you seem most interested in, based on your comments and notes:
1. Impact of Tariffs on Consumer Goods Prices:
– Why are tariffs causing a significant increase in the prices of consumer goods?
– This topic is interesting because it directly affects your personal finances and consumer behavior. You seem concerned about how tariffs drive up costs, as indicated by your notes: “Tariffs are also just increasing the price of goods and will continue to do so” and “Higher gas prices will affect almost everyone I know, including myself.”
2. Economic Consequences of Trade Wars:
– What are the broader economic consequences of the trade war initiated by Trump’s tariffs?
– This topic holds potential for exploration because it addresses the larger economic landscape and its impacts on various stakeholders, as you noted: “This is a problem in our country. everyone is divided into two or three groups with vary different opinions.”
3. Tariffs and Their Effect on International Relationships:
– How do tariffs affect the United States’ relationships with its trading partners, such as Canada, Mexico, and China?
– This is intriguing as it delves into international diplomacy and trade relations, something you touched on with: “It describes everything happening between Canada, Mexico, China, and the US and how each country is affecting each other.”
4. Role of Tariffs in Combating Illegal Drug Trade:
– Are tariffs an effective measure in slowing the flow of illegal drugs like fentanyl into the US?
– Your interest in this topic is clear from your notes: “I have learned that tariffs aren’t the best option, for slowing down the flow of fentanyl into the US.”
5. Personal Impacts of Economic Policies:
– How do current economic policies, like tariffs, personally affect young adults with limited financial resources?
– This topic resonates personally with you, as seen in your reflection: “I am an 18-year-old boy, who doesn’t by any means have unlimited money to buy things.”
Would you like to explore any of these inquiry questions further? Let me know if you want to see more or if you’re ready to start writing about one of these topics!
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