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Jeff Merkley: American companies and workers should not be penalized for adhering to fair, humane, responsible labor and environmental…

On the recordMay 8, 2018
American companies and workers should not be penalized for adhering to fair, humane, responsible labor and environmental standards.
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Jeff Merkley
Democratic · Oregon

Editor's note · Context

Merkley emphasizes the importance of fair labor and environmental standards in trade agreements.

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