So Far From Heaven, So Close to Texas: Duncan Wood on Trump, Mexico, and Texas
One of America’s premier Mexico experts discusses how Mexico’s populist president is changing relations between Texas and our neighbor to the south.
NAFTA
Politics & Policy
August 12, 2019
Former Ambassador Tony Garza on Mexico, Trump, and Whether Texas Is Turning Blue
The lifelong Texan discusses the need to reintroduce America’s better angels into the immigration debate.
Politics & Policy
June 4, 2019
Trump Is Threatening to Slap Tariffs on Imports from Mexico. That’s a Huge Deal for Texas. Here’s Why.
Everything you need to know about what tariffs could mean for the Texas economy, politics, and Chipotle burrito prices.
Business
August 29, 2018
Canada Takes Center Stage in NAFTA Negotiations
President Trump’s announcement of a U.S.-Mexico trade agreement represents a forward leap, but hold off on celebrations, advises former U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Antonio Garza.
Business
August 27, 2018
Trump Announces United States Entering Into Trade Deal With Mexico That May Replace NAFTA
President Trump called it ’a big day for our country’ in a deal that ratchets up pressure on Canada.
Business
November 10, 2017
Texas Has Most to Win or Lose with NAFTA Renegotiation
Guest Column: Texas has 380,000 jobs tied to trade with Mexico
Business
October 23, 2017
Short-term ‘Wins’ Will Result In Tomorrow’s Losses in NAFTA Negotiations
Guest column: With the negotiations stalling, it's time to be honest with ourselves that this is not just a problem of finding a compromise.
News & Politics
August 16, 2017
Can NAFTA Negotiations Overcome Politics?
It’s still possible to improve the three-nation economic relationship and integrate the states’ energy sectors.
Burka Blog
March 9, 2017
NAFTA Talk Probably Won’t Start Until 2018
Commerce secretary predicts a slow start, but any changes could affect Texas.
Uncategorized
January 27, 2017
Trump’s Protectionism Could Harm Texas
Consumers, refineries, computer makers, and Toyota could feel the pain from new president's proposals.
Politics & Policy
September 21, 2016
Trumpeting Trade
With protectionism sweeping the nation, let’s recall why NAFTA has been so good for Texas.