Donald Trump maintained the non-diversity of his cabinet in selecting Reagan administration alum Robert Lighthizer as his nominee for the office of U.S. Trade Representative. Lighthizer, who in addition to serving as deputy trade rep under Reagan was treasurer for Bob Dole’s 1996 presidential bid, shares Dole’s disdain for China. And, like Trump, Lighthizer is pro-tariff—with a particular pride for the work he did 30 years ago.

“The icon of modern conservatism, Ronald Reagan, imposed quotas on imported steel, protected Harley-Davidson from Japanese competition, restrained import of semiconductors and automobiles, and took myriad similar steps to keep American industry strong,” Lighthizer wrote.

The Reagan tariffs that Lighthizer and Trump have both championed were certainly good for American corporations.

American car companies hiked up car prices, pulling in record profits at the time, Winston found. They didn't have to fear losing customers to Japanese car companies.

But not good for workers …