One of the arguments given against protectionism is that often in the name of saving jobs for an industry that is hurt by foreign imports, other domestic firms that depend upon imports suffer greater losses in jobs and income than is gained for the protected industry. In other words, the protectionist action pretty much every time results in net losses to the economy. Yet, even with this information, protectionism remains popular with many sectors of the public. Why is that the case? Explain in detail.
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