Rep. Pascrell Questions Trump's Approach to Nafta

Rep. Pascrell Questions Trump's Approach to Nafta

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The transcript discusses the lack of specific answers in current negotiations, focusing on the digital economy and environmental issues. It highlights the importance of addressing middle-class wages and the future of these workers. The speaker expresses disappointment in the current state of negotiations, despite some positive steps like incorporating past trade agreement principles. The upcoming trade committee hearing is noted as crucial for addressing stagnant wages, emphasizing the need for a strategic approach beyond market solutions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the congressman's main concern about the administration's trade negotiations?

Excessive environmental regulations

Focus on high-income earners

Lack of clarity in goals

Too much transparency

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the congressman believe should be a focus in trade negotiations?

Reducing exports

Strengthening military alliances

Increasing tariffs

Middle-class wages

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which past agreement does the congressman mention as a positive step?

May 10th agreements

NAFTA

Trans-Pacific Partnership

Paris Climate Accord

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who will be present at the upcoming hearing mentioned by the congressman?

Only government officials

Representatives from business and labor

International diplomats

Environmental activists

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the congressman emphasize as a bipartisan priority?

Improving conditions for middle-income individuals

Increasing defense spending

Reducing taxes for the wealthy

Expanding the digital economy