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On the recordMarch 18, 2013
I have always been surprised that there has been a reluctance to allow our negotiators to negotiate in areas where the United States' standards are much higher than in the international community.
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Ben Cardin
Democratic · Maryland

Editor's note · Context

Cardin expresses concern over reluctance in trade negotiations regarding U.S. standards.

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