"Promoting more trade opportunities for small businesses is absolutely essential to creating valuable jobs for New Yorkers."
"With 95 percent of all consumers living outside the U.S., trade is critical to small businesses."
"Leveling this playing field is a challenging goal, and typically our country has tried to do so through free trade agreements."
"Are you seeing New York-based businesses actively participating in these trade missions?"
"I congratulate the people of Taiwan for their steadfast adherence to democracy and I look forward to improving our robust relationship."
"Since the JCPOA went into effect, Iran's hardliners have taken pains to consolidate their economic and political power."
"Expanding trade opportunities is a big deal for companies of all sizes, but especially for small business."
"Small businesses play a critical role in the American economy."
"We would also like to commend Representatives Bost and Meng for introducing H.R. 3714, to modernize small business size standards for farmers and ranchers."
"What is the U.S. prepared to do to counter this?"
"I am troubled with the prospect of it moving forward. In addition to the direct outcome of the Iran deal with regards to nuclear capabilities, there are serious concerns about Iran's access to funds."
"It is important that the disputes be resolved peacefully. All parties involved should come to the table to negotiate a fair resolution to the conflict."