Message on the Observance of Independence Day
07/02/1981
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The denial of import relief on copper should act as a signal and as encouragement to our partners around the world to resist protectionist a...
Import relief would also adversely affect the export earnings of the foreign copper-producing countries.
The imposition of import restrictions would create a differential between U.S. and world copper prices.
I'm worried, as a matter of fact, that maybe too many people are going to get complacent and think their votes aren't needed.