I cannot agree with the argument that we should extend mostfavorednation status and tax credits to the Soviets in the hope that they will become more responsible members of the world community. They should prove their desire for detente and increased trade by joining the United States in promoting a direct negotiated peace in the Middle East. Then. and only then. should we consider expanded trade relations. always insisting on a free emigration policy. I was opposed to the modified closed rule on another ground: It does not permit the House to consider amendments to our tax laws which would discourage American investments abroad that damage the job picture at home. In my own trade bill.
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