LANSING, Michigan — It’s Michigan’s economy, not long-time  international trading partners like Canada, that is suffering because of the current inconsistent U.S. tariff strategy, according to an editorial published Wednesday by The Washington Post’s editorial board. Michigan is experiencing layoffs, inflation, higher prices and deepening anxiety because of the current on-again, off-again tariff strategy, the editorial says. The Post’s editorial board writes: “‘Made in America’ increasingly feels like ‘Taxed in Michigan.’” “When tariff and trade policy impact the costs of raw materials like steel and fertilizer, many in Michigan’s manufacturing and agriculture industries face incredibly difficult choices,” said John Sellek, MISTA spokesman. “Michigan businesses, employers and families need consistent trade and tariff policies that allow for planning and predictability.” “Michigan’s economic future depends on being able to compete globally and our hard-working manufacturers and business owners are absolutely up to that challenge if the playing field is level and stable,” said Mark Fisk, MISTA spokesman. “We need to move away from tariffs that create a more difficult and ever-shifting playing field for manufacturers, farmers and small businesses. Trade policy should strengthen Michigan’s economy, not undermine it. Our state economy is fundamentally intertwined with Canada’s so trade tensions and higher costs hurt everyone in Michigan.” Additional information about MISTA and its growing coalition of supporters is available online at smarttradealliance.com. The website offers the opportunity to sign a pledge to show support for the organization’s efforts to promote smart, fair trade and tariff policies. Here’s a recent MBN interview with John and MISTA: