Why the Free Market Failed on China, Rare Earths, and Pharmaceuticals

🎧 In this episode of Logic Dictate Hot Topics with host Steve Gibson, we examine how the United States became dangerously dependent on China for rare earth minerals, pharmaceuticals, and other vital materials. The free market alone didn’t protect national interests—and neither should total government control. Discover how strategic government incentives, smart leadership, and free-market competition can rebuild America’s industrial independence. Featuring insights from Logic’s Dictate presidential candidate Andy Brock, this episode explores the path forward for true economic resilience.

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🎙️ “Welcome back to Logic Dictate Hot Topics. I’m your host, Steve Gibson. Today, we’re diving into a question that hits at the very core of America’s economic survival—how did we allow ourselves to become so dependent on China for rare earth minerals, pharmaceuticals, and other critical products? The truth is, the free market failed us. But swinging to the other extreme—full government control—isn’t the answer either. In this episode, we’ll unpack how smart, targeted government incentives can help rebuild our self-reliance, strengthen national security, and preserve the free market competition that drives innovation. This is about balance, leadership, and protecting America’s future.”

🔥 “How did America—once the global leader in innovation and industry—end up dependent on China for life-saving drugs and critical minerals? In this episode, Steve Gibson breaks down how the free market failed us, why tariffs aren’t enough, and what presidential candidate Andy Brock would do to bring critical manufacturing back home. Tune in and find out how we can reclaim America’s independence.”

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