The amendment inserted a new paragraph in the legislation stating that the principal negotiation objective regarding human rights and democracy is to obtain provisions in trade agreements that require parties to those agreements to strive to protect internationally recognized civil, political, and human rights. I would have voted against the motion to table.
Discussing a missed vote on an amendment related to human rights in trade agreements.
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