President Obama on Why Transparency Matters in Securing the Most Progressive Trade Deal in History

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When it comes to the Trans-Pacific Partnership, President Obama has taken unprecedented steps to increase the transparency of our trade negotiations. From soliciting input from groups traditionally left out of negotiations like labor and environmental groups to supporting new provisions that require an unprecedented amount of time for public review before a deal is signed, the Administration is committed to ensuring the maximum possible transparency throughout the negotiations.  

In an interview with the Wall Street Journal, the President laid out exactly what the public can expect to see before he even signs an agreement and well before any vote is taken in Congress:: 

President Obama to the @WSJ on how he's ensuring transparency in trade negotiations. #LeadOnTrade #TPP https://t.co/r9BhubwxDk

— The White House (@WhiteHouse) April 28, 2015

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