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Reflections post the G20 summit
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Posted by Truth About Trade & Technology   
Wednesday, 19 November 2008
There may not have been a lot of apparent concrete achievements from the top industrialized G20 nations recent gathering in Washington addressing the global economic woes.  But the call from many to move foward with the Doha talks on trade and to resist protectionism during these difficult times should be seen as more than just symbolic.

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Our congratulations to U.S. President-elect Barack Obama
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Friday, 07 November 2008
Our congratulations to U.S. President-elect Barack Obama. Throughout his campaign, and in his election night speech, the themes of ‘leadership’, ‘unity’, ‘keeping promises’ and the need for ‘a force to make things right’ were eloquently stated and delivered to U.S. voters. The world was listening too.

In light of the current global economic downturn and high food prices, those themes and promises are extremely important and were not taken lightly. Our challenge to president-elect Obama is to send an immediate and strong, positive message to the world indicating that, under his watch, the United States will not embrace protectionism or economic isolationism. A move to protectionism would break a promise – a promise of American leadership on global economic issues. When it comes to trade policy - for the sake of the American economy and America’s image abroad – it’s time to lead by example.

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Remember to Vote Tomorrow
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Monday, 03 November 2008
Tuesday, November 4 is Election Day in the United States. For our U.S. readers, our message is simple: Vote! Regardless of your political persuasion, protecting and utilizing our right to vote is an important affirmation of the democratic process. Voting is a privilege – it is also our responsibility. We invite you to check out the candidate’s position regarding the issue of trade on this website. An educated voter is key to keeping a democracy alive and well.

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Biotech crops are sprouting up around the globe. The one billion acre milestone for biotech crops planted and harvested has been exceeded. Watch as we meet and pass the two billion mark as well.
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