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Languages : en
Pages : 15
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President George Bush hurried the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) negotiations to a conclusion in 1992 in time for the Republican National Convention. Although NAFTA still required congressional approval, the Bush campaign believed the ensuing debate would divide the Democratic Party and make candidate Bill Clinton appear weak and vacillating on trade issues. NAFTA was a divisive issue that unleashed nationalistic, xenophobic, and demagogic currents throughout the United States. One year later, however, the newly elected Clinton Administration embraced NAFTA and deftly crafted a triumphant political strategy that ensured the passage of the free trade initiative through the U.S. Congress against overwhelming odds. An examination of how Clinton congealed a bipartisan alliance and influenced the political process--akin to making sausage--to secure ratification of NAFTA is provided.
Clinton and the Process to Pass NAFTA
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Languages : en
Pages : 15
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President George Bush hurried the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) negotiations to a conclusion in 1992 in time for the Republican National Convention. Although NAFTA still required congressional approval, the Bush campaign believed the ensuing debate would divide the Democratic Party and make candidate Bill Clinton appear weak and vacillating on trade issues. NAFTA was a divisive issue that unleashed nationalistic, xenophobic, and demagogic currents throughout the United States. One year later, however, the newly elected Clinton Administration embraced NAFTA and deftly crafted a triumphant political strategy that ensured the passage of the free trade initiative through the U.S. Congress against overwhelming odds. An examination of how Clinton congealed a bipartisan alliance and influenced the political process--akin to making sausage--to secure ratification of NAFTA is provided.
Publisher:
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 15
Book Description
President George Bush hurried the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) negotiations to a conclusion in 1992 in time for the Republican National Convention. Although NAFTA still required congressional approval, the Bush campaign believed the ensuing debate would divide the Democratic Party and make candidate Bill Clinton appear weak and vacillating on trade issues. NAFTA was a divisive issue that unleashed nationalistic, xenophobic, and demagogic currents throughout the United States. One year later, however, the newly elected Clinton Administration embraced NAFTA and deftly crafted a triumphant political strategy that ensured the passage of the free trade initiative through the U.S. Congress against overwhelming odds. An examination of how Clinton congealed a bipartisan alliance and influenced the political process--akin to making sausage--to secure ratification of NAFTA is provided.
How Was President Clinton Able to Build a Winning Political Coalition on NAFTA?
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Languages : en
Pages : 12
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On November 17 and 19, 1993, the US House of Representatives and Senate cast historic votes ratifying the implementing legislation of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) creating the largest free trade area in history with a market of $7 trillion and 365 million consumers. Congress' decision was an extraordinary triumph for President Clinton who in his first year in office put his political prestige on the line lobbying Congress for an unprecedented trade agreement conceived and negotiated by his predecessor. The NAFTA set off a wrenching and defining national debate about America's role in the post-Cold War global economy spurring into opposition an unusual political alliance of a conservative Texas billionaire, a right-wing Republican politician, liberal consumer rights advocates, environmental organizations and the AFL-CIO. At times facing seemingly hopeless odds, President Clinton used his considerable political, public speaking and bargaining skills to secure a stunning bipartisan victory in favor of free trade. The following paper examines President Clinton's trade policy objectives, strategy and tactics in successfully pushing through the NAFTA.
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Languages : en
Pages : 12
Book Description
On November 17 and 19, 1993, the US House of Representatives and Senate cast historic votes ratifying the implementing legislation of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) creating the largest free trade area in history with a market of $7 trillion and 365 million consumers. Congress' decision was an extraordinary triumph for President Clinton who in his first year in office put his political prestige on the line lobbying Congress for an unprecedented trade agreement conceived and negotiated by his predecessor. The NAFTA set off a wrenching and defining national debate about America's role in the post-Cold War global economy spurring into opposition an unusual political alliance of a conservative Texas billionaire, a right-wing Republican politician, liberal consumer rights advocates, environmental organizations and the AFL-CIO. At times facing seemingly hopeless odds, President Clinton used his considerable political, public speaking and bargaining skills to secure a stunning bipartisan victory in favor of free trade. The following paper examines President Clinton's trade policy objectives, strategy and tactics in successfully pushing through the NAFTA.
The Selling of Free Trade
Author: John R. MacArthur
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 9780520231788
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 416
Book Description
From the publisher. The Selling of "Free Trade" shows how Washington works to accomplish political or economic goals, even when confronted with widespread popular opposition. MacArthur chronicles the brutal and expensive campaign in 1993 that led to passage of the poorly understood, highly controversial law creating the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 9780520231788
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 416
Book Description
From the publisher. The Selling of "Free Trade" shows how Washington works to accomplish political or economic goals, even when confronted with widespread popular opposition. MacArthur chronicles the brutal and expensive campaign in 1993 that led to passage of the poorly understood, highly controversial law creating the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
The NAFTA, Expanding U.S. Exports, Jobs, and Growth
Author: United States. President (1993-2001 : Clinton)
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780160418716
Category : Economic development projects
Languages : en
Pages : 11
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780160418716
Category : Economic development projects
Languages : en
Pages : 11
Book Description
The NAFTA, Expanding U.S. Exports, Jobs, and Growth
Author:
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ISBN: 9780160429620
Category : Economic development projects
Languages : en
Pages : 11
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780160429620
Category : Economic development projects
Languages : en
Pages : 11
Book Description
North American Free Trade Agreement
Author: Don R. Haven
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Category : Foreign trade regulation
Languages : en
Pages : 41
Book Description
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Category : Foreign trade regulation
Languages : en
Pages : 41
Book Description
Carter Vs. Ford
Author: Lloyd F. Bitzer
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Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 470
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Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 470
Book Description
Interpreting NAFTA
Author: Frederick Mayer
Publisher: Columbia University Press
ISBN: 9780231109819
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 392
Book Description
This text on the free trade agreement between the US and Mexico, which was ratified in 1993, provides a history of the agreement's development, from opening talks to final passage. It describes the opposition to the agreement and the actions taken to facilitate its eventual ratification.
Publisher: Columbia University Press
ISBN: 9780231109819
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 392
Book Description
This text on the free trade agreement between the US and Mexico, which was ratified in 1993, provides a history of the agreement's development, from opening talks to final passage. It describes the opposition to the agreement and the actions taken to facilitate its eventual ratification.
Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States, William J. Clinton
Author: United States. President (1993-2001 : Clinton)
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Category : Presidents
Languages : en
Pages : 1404
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Category : Presidents
Languages : en
Pages : 1404
Book Description
Ticket to Work and Work Incentives Improvement Act of 1999
Author: United States
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Debts, Public
Languages : en
Pages : 94
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Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Debts, Public
Languages : en
Pages : 94
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