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“When America closes its doors, so does everybody else. We are the primary engine of growth in the world and we are the only beacon of free trade left, and open markets.” quote by Jon Huntsman, Jr
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“When America closes its doors, so does everybody else. We are the primary engine of growth in the world and we are the only beacon of free trade left, and open markets.”

Jon Huntsman, Jr

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Source Speech: Economic Forum, 2017

When the US restricts trade, global commerce suffers because America drives growth and supports free trade.

In simple terms: US trade limits hurt worldwide markets.

Key Takeaway

Support open trade policies.

Themes

economics globalization trade leadership

Mood

cautious optimistic

Type

political economic

When to use this quote

  • policy debates
  • business strategy
  • international negotiations
  • investment decisions

Key Concepts

comparative advantage market openness economic interdependence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does US trade policy affect global supply chains?
  • What alternatives exist for maintaining free trade?
A Different Perspective

Other nations can also promote growth without US leadership.

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