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On the recordJanuary 17, 2017
ISDS gives foreign investors final say over laws and regulations meant to improve and protect the lives of Americans.
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Brian Schatz
Democratic · Hawaii

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Schatz criticizes ISDS for prioritizing foreign investors over American laws and regulations.

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