It has been shown time and again that if the standard of living of any country goes up, so does its purchasing power-- and that such a rise encourages a better standard of living in neighboring countries with whom it trades.
Roosevelt presents the idea that rising living standards in one country can positively impact neighboring nations, promoting economic interdependence.
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