Bush Blasts Democrats For Axing Colombian Trade Deal
I guess nixing free trade deals with our friendly allies is how Democrats are going to raise America’s standing in the world. You know, the standing the Democrats accuse Bush of tarnishing so often.
This is a statement from the President received via email:
Today’s unprecedented and unfortunate action by the House of Representatives – led by Speaker Pelosi – to change the rules governing legislation to implement our trade agreement with Colombia is damaging to our economy, our national security, and our relations with an important ally. It also undermines the trust required for any Administration to negotiate trade agreements in the future.
By lowering tariffs for products made in America and sold in Colombia, this trade agreement would level the playing field for American workers and provide a boost for our economy at a vital time. Rather than supporting the opening of markets for our farmers and manufacturers, Democratic congressional leaders instead listened to narrow special interests and followed an isolationist path.
Today’s action by the House of Representatives also sends a damaging message to the world that Congress cannot be counted on to keep its promises. Colombia is one of our strongest allies in the Western Hemisphere. Colombia’s leaders are showing courage in improving the safety of their citizens while battling narco-terrorists that receive support from anti-American forces outside Colombia. The message Democrats sent today is that no matter how steadfastly you stand with us, we will turn our backs on you when it is politically convenient.
Sadly enough, this is the same thing Democrats are doing to Iraqis.
