Well, I think that's a good statement of the priority. For so long, trade was identified as offshoring and cheaper labor. I mean, In New England, we know all about [offshoring] because our jobs first went to North Carolina and then they went to Mexico and then they went to Asia. I mean, it was a pretty clear seeking of lower wages. To the extent that we're talking about trade agreements that facilitate fair competition, that do recognize worker rights. (05:40–05:49)
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