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Abstract
From 1894 to 1970 the United States experienced continous trade surpluses. Since the 1970s, however, trade deficits have become the norm and there are now many signs of a growing US trade protectionism. The authors summarize the the main explanations that have been advanced and attempt to weigh thier significance.