Max Baucus actually said...

Granting PNTR is crucial for U.S. manufacturers, service providers, and agricultural producers to receive the full benefits of Russia's WTO ...

Russia joining the World Trade Organization presents a lucrative opportunity for the United States' economy and American jobs.

I appreciate that because, I can tell you, in my home State of Montana it has made a big difference.

I think it makes eminent sense that we Americans do so.