CAFTA

In the course of my limited economics training in college, I was properly indoctrinated regarding the undeniable benefits of free trade. Thus, for me, ratification of NAFTA was probably the highlight of Clinton's presidency. Now, 12 years later, the Washington Post editorial board comments on the fact that CAFTA is getting far less support from Democrats.

The fact that nearly all Democratic members of the House oppose this bargain -- even the traditionally pro-trade New Democrats have come out in opposition -- is a depressing sign of the party's abandonment of Clintonite centrism. . .

[W]hatever the politics of this issue, the Democrats' position is indefensible on the substance.

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