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“We'll be aggressive on trade because we know that deals that have been made historically have resulted in the great loss of manufacturing jobs, a great amount of closed manufacturing businesses. We don't want that to continue.” quote by Wilbur Ross
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“We'll be aggressive on trade because we know that deals that have been made historically have resulted in the great loss of manufacturing jobs, a great amount of closed manufacturing businesses. We don't want that to continue.”

Wilbur Ross

About This Quote

The speaker argues for a strong trade stance to prevent further loss of manufacturing jobs and business closures.

In simple terms: Aggressive trade policy aims to protect manufacturing jobs.

Key Takeaway

Adopt policies that safeguard domestic industry.

Themes

economics trade manufacturing employment policy

Mood

concerned determined

Type

policy political

When to use this quote

  • government negotiations
  • legislative reforms
  • industry advocacy

Key Concepts

protectionism industrial strategy job preservation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we balance job protection with affordable goods?
  • What alternative strategies could sustain manufacturing?
A Different Perspective

Trade protection can raise consumer prices and provoke retaliation.

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