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John Bel Edwards on Free Trade

 

 


China tariffs hurt local economy

Economy: Support Trump tariffs on Chinese steel and other products?

Abraham: Yes. On agriculture, "there's going to be some short-term pain, but the long-term benefits are going to be worth it."

Bel Edwards: No. Says, "we're seeing the negative effects these tariffs coming down from Washington will have on our economy."

Eddie Rispone: No position found.

Source: 2018 CampusElect.org Guide to 2019 Louisiana Governor race , Nov 1, 2018

Support NAFTA, CAFTA, and WTO, but account for rights

Q: Do you support the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)?

A: Yes.

Q: Do you support the Central American Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA)?

A: Yes.

Q: Do you support continued U.S. membership in the World Trade Organization (WTO)?

A: Yes.

Q: Should a nation's human rights record affect its normal trade relations (most favored nation) status with the United States?

A: Yes.

Q: Do you support the trade embargo against Cuba?

A: Yes.

Q: Should trade agreements include provisions to address environmental concerns and to protect workers' rights?

A: Yes.

Source: 2006 State Congressional National Political Awareness Test , Nov 1, 2006

Other governors on Free Trade: John Bel Edwards on other issues:
LA Gubernatorial:
Sharon Hewitt
Shawn Wilson
LA Senatorial:
Bill Cassidy
Gary Chambers
Jamie Davis
John Fleming
John Neely Kennedy
Julia Letlow
Luke Mixon

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