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Mike Thompson: That is, by definition, discriminatory and seemingly clearly contrary to the agreement. That is an interesting provision…

On the recordJuly 27, 2001
That is, by definition, discriminatory and seemingly clearly contrary to the agreement. That is an interesting provision in and of itself. I am wondering whether or not an entire Mexican company is restricted, even if there is a problem, say, with just one or two trucks.
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Mike Thompson
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Discussing provisions related to trade agreements and their implications.

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