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On the recordMarch 2, 2016
I firmly believe that our trade agreements aren't worth the paper they are printed on--no pun intended--unless we adequately enforce them.
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Maria Cantwell
Democratic · Washington

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Cantwell emphasizes the importance of enforcing trade agreements to ensure their effectiveness.

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