U.S. Senate
Monday, April 14, 2008 - 00:00
It is very important for the public to understand that this is more than just about free trade.
Tuesday, April 8, 2008 - 00:00
I am concerned by the politically inhospitable circumstances in which the agreement is being sent to the U.S. Congress. The Colombian free-trade agreement faces stiff opposition because many in Congress believe the Colombian government has not taken suffi
Tuesday, April 8, 2008 - 00:00
Baucus has repeatedly made it clear that a reformed and expanded Trade Adjustment Assistance program for America's workers should be the first trade priority for Congress and for the President
Tuesday, April 8, 2008 - 00:00
If President Bush really believes that successful passage of the Colombia FTA is critical for U.S. foreign policy in Latin America, it is difficult to understand why he would send the FTA up under circumstances of his own creation that maximize the contro
Tuesday, April 8, 2008 - 00:00
Much of the talk about this agreement centers around the violence and impunity in Colombia , especially as it relates to trade unionists, and for good reason.
Monday, April 7, 2008 - 00:00
Mr. DORGAN. Madam President, today President Bush announced he was sending the Colombian Free Trade Agreement to the Congress. He expects and demands that we take it up and pass it. I regret he has taken that action because he proposes that we continue failed trade practices of the past. That makes precious little sense for this country's interests. I am in favor of trade and plenty of it. Trade advances our interests provided it is fair and mutually beneficial between our country and those with which we have agreements.
Monday, March 10, 2008 - 00:00
Mr. LUGAR. Mr. President, on February 28, 2008 we ratified the Andean Trade Preference Act, ATPA. Historically, these preferences have been decisive in encouraging both development and liberalization in a key region. Renewing them is an important step in our relations with the region, but we should also be realistic, and sophisticated, in our expectations for what these preferences can accomplish.
Thursday, February 28, 2008 - 00:00
We write to call your attention to increased reports alleging extrajudicial executions of civilians by members of the Colombian armed forces
Wednesday, December 5, 2007 - 00:00
It is very unfortunate that the Bush Administration’s only policy towards Latin America has been to negotiate free trade agreements