Three prevalent themes in the discussion
- Tariffs are effectively a tax on American consumers
- “It truly boggles the mind how Trump managed to sell tariffs as anything other than a tax on American consumers” – mcmcmc
- “He gets away with it because a lot of right‑wing elites love the idea of taxing consumption rather than income (or, heaven forbid, wealth)” – porkshoe
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Commenters repeatedly note that the costs are passed onto households, not foreign producers.
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Supporters are seen as misinformed or lacking the literacy to critically evaluate claims
- “Your average American has a 6th to 8th grade reading level… They believe whatever they feel is truth and vote their vibes accordingly.” – toomuchtodo
- “You underestimate the stupidity of his supporters.” – tygon
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The thread cites low reading levels and the ease with which voters accept political rhetoric without scrutiny.
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Suspending the de minimis exemption threatens affordable personal prescription imports
- “Means you can no longer legally buy far cheaper prescription medicines from Canada, Mexico, India, China etc and ship them to the US.” – motionlessveloc
- “Various pharmacies in Canada will accept a US prescription and send you the medication via mail… This prevents it.” – trashface
- Several users clarify that the rule only removes the duty‑free exemption, but still argue it raises costs and blocks a lifeline for many patients.