"I hate to say it but I think it has become very obvious that our system for devising trade agreements, so very important to this country's functioning around the world, has not only broken, but it has broken completely"
- Xavier Becerra
About this Quote
In this quote, Xavier Becerra reveals his disappointment and dissatisfaction with the current state of trade arrangements in the United States. He starts by acknowledging that it discomforts him to say it, however it has ended up being clear that the system for developing these agreements has failed. He emphasizes the significance of trade agreements for the country's international operations, highlighting their crucial function in keeping its performance. Nevertheless, he goes on to state that the system has not simply failed, but it has actually completely collapsed. This suggests that the current system is not just flawed, but it is beyond repair work and in alarming need of reform. Becerra's words convey a sense of urgency and a call for action to address the broken trade agreement system.
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