I’m just going to say it, California is like that one aunt at the family reunion who always has to be the center of attention, and in this case, they’re making a big show about defying Trump’s tariffs, because, you know, they’re just so cool and rebellious. But let’s get real, it’s not like they’re actually going to change anything, it’s just a big publicity stunt. And, by the way, have you tried those new California avocado oils that everyone’s been raving about?
And I mean, come on, who doesn’t love a good game of tariff-themed chicken, where California is like “we’re not going to back down” and Trump is all “oh yeah, watch me” – it’s like a bad marriage, but with more economic consequences. But seriously, can we talk about how Trump’s tariffs have already cost Americans $42 billion – that’s like, a lot of money, you guys, and it’s not like it’s going to magically disappear just because California decides to be all defiant.
But, I guess it’s worth noting that Newsom’s move to defy Trump’s tariffs is, in theory, meant to protect California’s wine industry, which, let’s be real, is super important, because who doesn’t love a good glass of wine (or three), and we can’t let those tariffs ruin it for us, no way. And, as an aside, have you tried pairing California Cabernet with some good old-fashioned political posturing – it’s a real treat, let me tell you.
And then there’s the issue of California’s economic relationship with China, which is, um, complicated, to say the least – it’s like they’re trying to have their cake and eat it too, or in this case, impose tariffs and still expect to be best buds with China, good luck with that. But, hey, at least they’re trying, right? And, by the way, has anyone noticed that China’s been pretty quiet about the whole thing, maybe they’re just waiting for California to make the first move, or maybe they’re just busy making all the products that we’re going to end up buying anyway.
But, in all seriousness, this whole tariff situation is a total mess, and it’s not like California’s defiance is going to magically fix everything – it’s just a drop in the bucket, or rather, a California wine bucket, which, let’s be real, is still a pretty nice bucket. And, as a final aside, can someone please explain to me why we’re still using tariffs as a way to, you know, “negotiate” with other countries – it’s like we’re stuck in some kind of economic time warp, where the only thing that’s changed is the price of avocado toast.