01/14/2009
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"We need concrete, predictable and unilaterally--that is a whole new world--unilaterally enforceable mechanisms in place to show the world that we are going to protect our workers and our economy."
"It is critically important, if we are going to see change in Vietnam and Malaysia and Brunei and other countries that do not have that record, that we use this opportunity to achieve those objectives."
"This legislation also provided important updates to the traditional TPA framework, including with respect to priority negotiating issues."
"I will be sorely disappointed if it devolves into yet another back-and-forth from each side trying to score political points rather than seeking solutions to the problems ailing our economy."