12/01/1997
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America has led the world in global commerce for the better part of the last 100 years.
I personally said, and it is a matter of record, I think we should abolish the entire Code and replace it with a consump...
It is urgent that we take charge on trade in the Asia Pacific so that we don't lose ground to China.
I urge you to plow ahead to develop a comprehensive document that clearly will be the new starting point for this effort...