Then. it seems to me cognizance should be taken of that situation. and our import fees and tariffs should be lowered to that extent. as we are able to raise foreign standards of living while maintaining our own standard of living. Let me say that I agree fully with the Senator from Connecticut that the only way by which we can maintain our position and help ourselves. to say nothing of helping others including the European and Asiatic nations. is by maintaining in our country such a standard of living as we presently have. If we are able to do that. while at the same time the standard of living in European and other nations is raised. then. if and when that happens. free trade. which is the ultimate goal. would be a very Ideal situation and under a flexible import fee would automatically result. Does the Senator agree as to that?