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Who's Afraid of Free Trade?
Trade agreements may be essential in the global economy, but they’re a source of anxiety — even among those who seem to be "winners." The West Coast is one of the unexpected places where they're widespread anxiety.
By Warren Olney • • 52m ListenTrade agreements may be essential in the global economy, but they’re a source of anxiety — even among those who seem to be "winners." The West Coast is one of the unexpected places where they're widespread anxiety.
Later on the program, thanks to smartphones, almost all human knowledge is instantly available. Is it also making us forget how to find out facts for ourselves… and how to use them for reasonable understanding?
Photo: Protesters demonstrate against the Trans Pacific Partnership (Mark Apollo)
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