Jeff Merkley actually said...

Why have we allowed such a longstanding structural deficit in our trade with Japan, and what should we do about it?

I think we certainly have been unwavering in our commitment under that security treaty and our willingness to support Japan.

In the aftermath of the most destructive conflict in history, the United States worked in concert with its allies and partners to found the ...

I have been long impressed with their work, which is why I was so troubled to see the administration's budget call for OPIC's elimination.