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mercantilism

noun as in capitalism

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“The advent of sailing ships led to mercantilism, and shaped capitalism.”

When the decisive vote came in April, Madison attributed his defeat to “the exertions and influence of Aristocracy, Anglicism, and mercantilism” led by “the Banks, the British Merchts., the insurance Comps.”

It believes the only way to woo White working-class voters is to engage in a set of Trump-lite economic policies — chiefly protectionism and mercantilism.

China has apparently demonstrated that mercantilism can be an effective economic strategy.

Tai said she plans to hold “frank” conversations with Chinese officials and warned that the United States would take “all steps necessary” to defend workers against fallout from Beijing’s mercantilism.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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