"What we need to do, right now, is to speed up the journey for everyone by fully reopening the economy, and executing an ambitious and sound trade policy."
"If the United States is to pursue a worker-centered trade policy, we need to be mindful that American workers lose when China writes the rules."
"If the Biden administration wants a worker-centered trade policy, then the logical--and only sensible course--is to adopt a trade policy that creates as many high-paying jobs as possible."
"Yes, we do. In fact, more Americans are out of work at the moment than during the worst point of the Great Recession."
"You may, of course, have your own good reasons, but to date you have not offered an adequate explanation."
"Senator Wyden and I are in strong agreement about how critical it is for us to step up our game in trade, particularly in terms of dealing with China."
"I think that this all shows that it is really important for the administration to promptly name nominees for the Chief IP Negotiator and for Ambassador to the WTO."
"But what we need is a USTR that can enforce, negotiate, and consult at the same time."
"What we need to do right now is to speed up the journey for everyone by fully reopening our economy and executing an ambitious and sound trade policy."
"The Supreme Court noted 60 years ago that the President is strongest when he acts pursuant to an authorization of Congress--and is potentially powerless when he acts in defiance."
"Unfortunately, with regard to the second objective, progress is disappointing."