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On the recordMarch 2, 2016
Simply put, if we want to build the public support that is necessary for new trade agreements, we have to convince the American people that we are not only opening new markets to our goods and services, but that we have the ability to ensure that our trading partners play by the rules as well.
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John Thune
Republican · South Dakota

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Thune emphasized the need for public trust in trade agreements.

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