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James Beck: “It often handicaps the United States from taking a speedy and effectual part in international negotiations, although if…”

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It often handicaps the United States from taking a speedy and effectual part in international negotiations, although if the President and the Senate be in harmony and collaborate in this joint responsibility, there is no necessary reason why this should be so.
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James Beck
Republican · Pennsylvania

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He discusses the challenges the U.S. faces in international negotiations due to its constitutional structure.

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