Adjustment Quote by Susan Rice
“If we are to garner sustained U.S. domestic support for future trade agreements, we have to make sure those Americans who have suffered as a consequence of past agreements have an effective social safety net, adjustment assistance, opportunities for retraining and new job creation that enables all Americans to thrive.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on Trade Policy, United Nations General Assembly, 2019
Domestic support for trade agreements requires a safety net, retraining, and job creation for those harmed by past deals.
In simple terms: Support trade by protecting workers and providing new opportunities.
Key Takeaway
Invest in safety nets and workforce retraining.
Themes
economic justice
trade policy
social safety net
retraining
job creation
Mood
concerned
optimistic
Type
policy
economic
When to use this quote
- government budgeting
- legislative planning
- community outreach
- career transition
- education programs
Key Concepts
public policy
economic inequality
political strategy
Questions to Reflect On
- What mechanisms ensure retraining programs are effective?
- How can we balance free trade with domestic job protection?
A Different Perspective
Implementation costs may be high and politically contentious.
