Dear Ralph,
The American economy lost about 683,000 jobs thanks to NAFTA — more than 60% of which were in the manufacturing sector. Almost 35,000 Ohioans found themselves unemployed thanks to a free trade agreement that’s been a disaster for our nation’s industrial base.
So it wasn’t all that surprising to hear more than 7,000 of you speaking out against the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the attempt to fast-track America’s next big free trade agreement.
Anthony C. from Sandusky, OH had a very simple message for us: “Working people should have a seat at the table. Take your time and get it right.” Couldn’t have said it better myself.
William H. from in Loveland, OH brought a similar perspective: “Make sure that any trade agreement favors US workers and not big business.”
American workers don’t have a seat at the TPP’s negotiating table. It’s up to us to make sure working families have a voice and a chance to defend themselves against a raw deal.
I want to know how you felt when you learned that layoffs were coming. I want to know what happened to your family, your company, your community when the jobs went away. We need to remind Washington how important it is that we avoid another NAFTA.
Look forward to seeing more of your stories.
Sherrod
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