On the recordMay 11, 1995
the battle for a balanced budget is not taking place in the Halls of Congress. The battle for a balanced budget is raging in the Pacific over the protectionist trade policies of Japan. You know that, I know that, and the American worker, they absolutely know it. Watch them at election time. I commend President Clinton for his efforts. The President's fight is absolutely right. I just hope at the last minute they do not make another compromise washed-down deal. Let me say this: The hammer is in the hands of Congress. I recommend imposing a 15-percent across-the-broad tariff on Japanese products, all products until they open their market. Think about it. That worked for Washington. That worked for Lincoln. And that worked for Japan. There is nothing wrong with winning and losing is contagious. Let us join the President's fight. Let us take action against Japan. They are not going to open their doors on a voluntary request.
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