Government Shouldn't Pick Winners and Losers

Government Shouldn't Pick Winners and Losers
Anna Reed/Statesman-Journal via AP

A look back at the headlines from the past year proves one thing beyond a doubt: President Trump and his administration are committed to economic growth.

Unemployment is at its lowest point in nearly two decades while housing is thriving. And the stock market has been booming all year, closing the year by setting yet another new record high in anticipation of the economic benefits of the recently passed tax reform law.

It's true that presidents can't claim all the credit – or shoulder all the blame – for the unemployment rate or the performance of the stock market. But they can use their position to lead the way for growth. That's exactly what President Trump has done during his first year in office by embracing free markets and economic freedom and setting aside the populist calls for protectionism.

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