Liberty professor, economist says tariffs don’t typically work Gene Marrano March 13, 2018 1 minute read Those tariffs on steel and aluminum that could go into effect on Thursday may not do what President Trumps wants – balance more of the trade playing field. More from an economist on the subject as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports Share: Post navigation Previous: Poplar Forest set to reopen this weekNext: Northam announces IT firm staying in Virginia Related Stories Botetourt County responds to advancement of Google data center project Web Staff March 27, 2026 0 Roanoke Blacksburg Airport Care Cupboard supports unpaid TSA workers through 40-day shutdown Ian Price March 26, 2026 0 Carilion Clinic is holding its electronic recycling event again Gene Marrano March 26, 2026 0