Should we also boycott companies that basically do what Trump wants by making other nations pay the US tariffs? E.g. in the link you can read about Sony (Japan) and Xbox (Microsoft - US). I know Microsoft is already American, but it is another major manufacturer that is hiking prices globally.
Those are so far few companies, but I read that some clothing brands and even food markets are discussing about this option.
What do you think?
True, but… a) doesn’t mean their predictions are accurate and b) even if it was true, you should do the boycott because if the fact that it “doesn’t matter” makes you not boycotting its kinda self fulfilling prophecy. Always, and I really mean ALWAYS, wherever there is this kind of “realization” you still have to proceed because otherwise there is no chance for change.
As I said in my original reply, I am not arguing in favor of continuing to buy these products. Just making sure everyone is coming at this with as complete an awareness of the reality of the situation as possible :)
I firmly agree that you have to act on your values even when it seems fruitless