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On the recordJune 15, 2015
Trade is critically important to America's strategic interests and economic interests.
Said by
Ben Cardin
Democratic · Maryland

Editor's note · Context

Cardin emphasizes the significance of trade in relation to U.S. interests during TPP negotiations.

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