Monday, November 18, 2013

Maybe the TPP won't be fast- tracked

Obama has wanted to fast-track TPP (Trans-Pacific Partnership), which means that lawmakers would be limited to a simple up-or-down vote on the completed deal, shortening floor debate and prohibiting amendments. Some Congressmen are saying "no".  Last week 23 Republican and 151 Democratic Congressmen wrote to Obama in opposition to fast-tracking the issue.  Who knows whether they will succeed, but at least some of our leaders are finally saying something about TPP.

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