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2007, No. 11
Posted 2007-05-02

Where You Live Affects What You Think About Trade


A 2006 survey of public perceptions in the United States, China, India, and South Korea reveals similarities concerning the importance of protecting jobs and differences concerning the connection between international trade and job security. Specifically, the U.S. responses help explain why international trade legislation in the United States is so controversial.