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In reply to the discussion: HRC was critical of TPP before it was cool [View all]sabrina 1
(62,325 posts)the fact that the American people are being denied to right to see what's in it.
If Hillary is opposed to it, she has not said. Now is the time. Bernie has stated outright that he is opposed to it and has said why. THIS will add to the huge opposition from all over the country, across party lines, from Unions and Labor Groups, from Environmental Protection Groups, and from Net Neutrality organizations, and from most Elected Dems.
THAT opposition stopped it from going forward a year ago, because people spoke up against it.
AND that intense opposition forced the administration to finally allow (imagine having to say that) 'allow Congress' to finally take a peek at this secret agreement. And with so many restrictions, Congress members, like Sen Brown tried for one year to get answers as to why his staff could not view the text without his presence. HE was IGNORED, a US Senator. So what chance do we the people have of doing anything about it?
But those in powerful positions, like Hillary COULD add her voice to the protests. Just say NO to this agreement. We said NO to Bush when he tried it in 2007.
The leaks we did see, only confirmed how bad it is.
I hope it is defeated as Bush's attempt to fast track his bill was.
She at least could take a stand on Fast Tracking it. That will end any chance of amending it which is simply unacceptable in any Democracy.