Steven Okun

“These writ-large tariffs are not effective. They’re hurting the United States, and it is very much hurting the Republican Party as they come up on these midterm elections”

Steven Okun · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-23

Steven Okun criticized broad tariffs for harming the US economy and the Republican Party.

“it’s not a huge hit to the Canadian economy overall.”

Steven Okun · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-23

Steven Okun assessed the broader impact of US tariffs on the overall Canadian economy.

“important and politically influential”

Steven Okun · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-23

Steven Okun outlined which Canadian industries will be most affected by the tariffs.

“Targeted tariffs can work. They can work when you have a very specific issue like with China and their unfair trade practices and you target China … in a particular sector. Those can be effective,”

Steven Okun · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-23

Steven Okun explained when targeted trade tariffs can be effective.