Talking with One Voice

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The Tariff Countdown: Critical Milestones and Industry Impact Feb 26, 2025

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In this episode of the Talking With One Voice podcast, co-hosts Caitlin Sickles, Paul Nathanson, and Omar Nashashibi discuss the looming Trump 2.0 tariffs and their potential impact on manufacturers. The group unpacks the complexities of the planned derivatives list and examines the challenges businesses face in navigating both the uncertain timeline and the evolving implementation plan. The conversation also covers the broader economic and political landscape including the high-stakes budget battles in Congress and the looming fiscal cliff.

Trump's First Day: What It Means for Manufacturing Jan 24, 2025

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This week on Talking with One Voice, hosts Paul Nathanson and Omar Nashashibi are joined by special guest Laurin Baker, a longtime colleague and veteran manufacturing lobbyist. Together, they discuss the Executive Orders issued by President Trump and their potential impact on manufacturers, focusing on the regulatory freeze, the new President's tariff policy, and historical lessons from past efforts to protect the U.S. steel industry and their effects on downstream users. They also examine the challenges Congress faces in navigating the reconciliation process to pass a tax package and consider the prospects of using tariffs to fund tax cuts. Don't miss this insightful discussion—tune in now!

Hitting the ground running in 2025 Jan 10, 2025

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In the first episode of 2025, hosts Omar Nashashibi, Paul Nathanson, and Caitlin Sickles dive into the political landscape ahead of president-elect Donald Trump inauguration, and what to expect with Republicans in full control of Congress. The Talking with One Voice team explores the trade tools Trump might deploy on day one, the implications and methods of declaring an economic emergency, and the latest developments with Nippon Steel. They also discuss Speaker Johnson's plans for a reconciliation bill and the opportunities for tax reforms in the new legislative session. As manufacturers hit the ground running in 2025, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

What manufacturers should know about Trump's trade policy Dec 11, 2024

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In this episode of Talking with One Voice, co-hosts Omar Nashashibi and Paul Nathanson are joined by special guest Joshua Zive, a trade policy pro from Bracewell's Policy Resolution Group and Paul's colleague, to discuss trade policy under a potential second Trump administration. The conversation explores insights from the President-elect's brief statements on leveraging tariffs to boost manufacturing and as a negotiation tool. They also examine the scope of presidential authority in imposing tariffs. Tune in to learn how evolving trade policies could impact your business and the mechanisms available to President-elect Trump starting on Day One and beyond.

Trump's Return: What It Means for Manufacturing Nov 08, 2024

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Following Election Night 2024, Talking with One Voice co-hosts Omar Nashashibi, Paul Nathanson, and Caitlin Sickles break down the results and their implications for the manufacturing sector. The discussion covers expected regulatory shifts, trade policy changes, tariffs, and how these developments will affect manufacturers, as well as what the election reveals about American priorities and economic challenges.

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'Manufacturing a Future': Key Races for Manufacturers on Nov. 5 Oct 28, 2024

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On the latest episode of the Talking with One Voice Podcast, Paul Nathanson and Caitlin Sickles from the Policy Resolution Group join Omar Nashashibi from Inside Beltway to discuss which congressional races manufacturers should be watching. Tune in for a discussion on races in Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, the impact of endorsements by Elon Musk and Taylor Swift, and the state of the presidential race. This is an episode you won't want to miss!

Manufacturing, China and tariff issues in the presidential campaign Sep 27, 2024

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As the election draws nearer, Talking with One Voice co-hosts Omar Nashashibi, Caitlin Sickles, and Paul Nathanson gather to discuss the state of the presidential campaign following the September presidential debate, focusing on the candidates' positions on manufacturing issues. The discussion also explores recent developments around China, including potential tariffs and their impact on manufacturers. Tune in as the team dives deep into the complexities of international trade policy and its impact on the manufacturing sector.

Getting Back to the Heat (Rule) in D.C. Sep 12, 2024

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Talking with One Voice co-hosts Omar Nashashibi, Paul Nathanson, and Caitlin Sickles are back as Congress returns from August recess to discuss how election year politics may doom the Nippon Steel / U.S. Steel deal and an important update on the OSHA Heat Rule .They also discuss the prospects for a budget deal to avoid a government shutdown and whether lame duck sessions are ever productive. Tune in!

Walz-ing into the Future: What Tim Walz's VP Pick Could Mean for Manufacturing Aug 08, 2024

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In this episode, co-hosts Caitlin Sickles, Paul Nathanson, Omar Nashashibi, and John Guzik discuss Tim Walz selection as Kamala Harris' running mate and his track record on manufacturing issues when he served in Congress. They discuss what likely motivated Harris to choose Walz over PA Governor Josh Shapiro and what Walz joining the ticket might mean in swing states. The group also discusses the reasons why the bipartisan tax bill that would have restored important tax credits for manufacturers lost an important Senate vote.

Weird July Question: Will Biden Be the Nominee? Jul 18, 2024

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All eyes are on Milwaukee for this episode of Talking With One Voice. Co-hosts Paul Nathanson, Caitlin Sickles, Omar Nashashibi, and John Guzik break down what's happening in the Badger State as former president Donald Trump and his VP pick Senator J.D. Vance formally accept the Republican nomination for 2024. The group discusses what Trump's running mate means for a Republican Party whose stance is shifting on business and trade. The conversation also covers Congress's planned agenda in the short window before the August recess including potential legislative actions long waited by manufacturers.

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