The article features President Reagan's radio address on free and fair trade delivered on April 25, 1987. The address discusses the importance of trade policies and their impact on the economy. It is presented as a video on YouTube.

In his article, Paul Krugman argues that Ronald Reagan was not a proponent of tariffs, contrary to claims made by Donald Trump. While Reagan imposed some tariffs for political reasons, he fundamentally championed free trade and adhered to international agreements, contrasting sharply with Trump's chaotic approach to tariff policy.