Why were tariffs an issue?

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Davin

5 August, 19:51

Why were tariffs an issue?

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Augustus Holder · Answer 1

Its purpose was to generate revenue for the federal government (to run the government and to pay the interest on its debt), and also to act as a protective barrier around newly starting domestic industries. An import tax set by tariff rates was collected by treasury agents before goods could be unloaded at U. S. ports.

Ralph Chambers · Answer 2

Its purpose was to generate revenue for the federal government (to run the government and to pay the interest on its debt), and also to act as a protective barrier around newly starting domestic industries. An import tax set by tariff rates was collected by treasury agents before goods could be unloaded at U. S. ports.