The European Union spends $65 billion a year subsidizing agriculture. But a chunk of that money emboldens strongmen, enriches politicians and finances corrupt dealing.
— Read on web.archive.org/web/20191103080803/https://www.nytimes.com/2019/11/03/world/europe/eu-farm-subsidy-hungary.html
But I thought Populism was for the people?! (/sarcasm)
“Lingering trade tensions…”
The suicide rate for farmers is more than double that of veterans. Former farmer Debbie Weingarten gives an insider’s perspective on farm life – and how to help
— Read on http://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2017/dec/06/why-are-americas-farmers-killing-themselves-in-record-numbers
After months of escalating tit-for-tat tariff increases, and bringing the global economy to the precipice of a global currency war, the US and China agreed to a partial deal on their trade dispute this past week. Trump heralds the deal as Phase 1 of an historic agreement, subsequent phases to follow. But is this the…
— Read on jackrasmus.com/2019/10/13/china-us-mini-trade-deal-trump-takes-the-money-and-runs-print/
What a dickhead! Bankrupt farmers in Wisconsin are needing mental healthcare! 😠
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