Since the beginning of the new administration, tariffs have been on the table, and changing almost every day. The most recent changes have involved the European Union, plus some back-and-forth with India and a total surprise involving Switzerland. WineAmerica has always advocated that tariffs are harmful to the wine industry in the U.S. and worldwide, … Read more
Wine in Arkansas? You bet! Wine is produced and consumed in all 50 states. This is part of a WineAmerica-sponsored study conducted by John Dunham & Associates, a leading economic research firm specializing in public policy issues. The study includes detailed national data as well as that for all 50 states plus a Methodology and … Read more
The long annual August recess began early this year when House Speaker Mike Johnson sent everyone home so they couldn’t vote on a bill related to Jeffrey Epstein, meaning they have an even longer vacation than normal. That also means DC will be quiet, but there are still a couple items worth mentioning. Tariffs: The … Read more
Wine in Arizona? You bet! Wine is produced and consumed in all 50 states. This is part of a WineAmerica-sponsored study conducted by John Dunham & Associates, a leading economic research firm specializing in public policy issues. The study includes detailed national data as well as that for all 50 states plus a Methodology … Read more
Congress Flees DC! The long annual August recess was scheduled to begin after this week, but instead House Speaker Mike Johnson adjourned the session early so the Republican-led House of Representatives could avoid a vote related to the possible release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein. The issue has eclipsed virtually everything else and seems … Read more