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patphil

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4. Both imports and exports are down substantially.

Reply to BumRushDaShow (Original post)

Wed Dec 17, 2025, 12:33 PM

Dec 17

That's a strong indicator of a shrinking economy. I don't think the republicans in Congress have the courage to take any action to get rid of the tariff's or take any steps to help bolster the economy.
Next November I think the voters will help the Congress make up their minds to take action. The bigger the republican mess, the more Democrats will be elected.
It's not unreasonable to see us take both the House and the Senate.
Keep up the good work Donnie.
Note: Consumer Confidence dropped quite a bit in the past month.

https://www.conference-board.org/topics/consumer-confidence/

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Imports to Busiest US Seaport Tumble 11.5% in November as Tariffs Bite, Port Executive Says [View all] BumRushDaShow Dec 17 OP

I was in Target and Lowe's looking for a Christmas light holder and the shelves were very bare. kimbutgar Dec 17 #1

I have seen stores start shifting and clearing holiday stuff BumRushDaShow Dec 17 #2

Christmas trees were 20% off at Lowe's, which is pretty early to reduce price. travelingthrulife Dec 17 #3

Both imports and exports are down substantially. patphil Dec 17 #4

A++++ news if I've ever heard it. SergeStorms Dec 17 #5