Trump Facing Trade War on Two Fronts

Trump Facing Trade War on Two Fronts

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The transcript discusses President Trump's negotiation tactics regarding NAFTA, highlighting his willingness to exclude Canada if a fair deal isn't reached. It also covers skepticism from Republicans and opposition from progressives and unions, including criticism from AFL-CIO's Richard Trumka. The potential impacts of withdrawing from NAFTA are explored, with a focus on political and economic implications.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is President Trump's position on Canada's involvement in the new NAFTA deal?

He is indifferent to Canada's involvement.

He is willing to exclude Canada if a fair deal isn't reached.

He wants to keep Canada in the deal at all costs.

He has already excluded Canada from the deal.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did President Trump threaten if Congress interferes with the NAFTA negotiations?

He would impose tariffs on Canada.

He would involve the United Nations.

He would terminate NAFTA entirely.

He would negotiate a separate deal with Mexico.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the concern among Republicans on Capitol Hill regarding Trump's NAFTA negotiations?

They think he is focusing too much on Mexico.

They are skeptical of his negotiation tactics.

They believe he is too lenient with Canada.

They want him to involve more countries in the deal.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What would happen if President Trump decides to withdraw from NAFTA?

Trade with Canada would cease entirely.

A new deal with Canada would be immediately formed.

The US would revert to a decades-old agreement with Canada.

NAFTA would continue without the US.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Richard Trumka and what was his stance on NAFTA?

The head of the AFL-CIO opposing NAFTA.

A Republican senator supporting NAFTA.

A Canadian official negotiating NAFTA.

A Democratic senator advocating for NAFTA.