In this year's GOP presidential race, Pat Buchanan re-introduced the idea of protectionism to America. But isolationism and protectionism are not the same.
Protectionism is the practice of using our trade policies to protect our interests and ideals.
It is a relevant and effective trade policy that we need to implement. To ensure that underdeveloped countries were able to take part in the emerging global economy. The desire to engage in mutually advantageous trade. To multilaterally remove trade barriers and tariffs. To provide greater investment opportunities for all parties involved.