Connally's Vision: Leadership for America in International Trade, 1979-10-22

File — Box: 2, Folder: 11

Identifier: CAC_PP_075_1_2_11_0013

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John B. Connally, a Republican presidential candidate, gave a speech at the Foreign Trade Council in October 1979, highlighting the importance of trade for the American economy. He discussed the growth of exports and the challenges of trade deficits, as well as the need for a new approach to international economic policy. Connally emphasized the historical role of the United States in promoting global trade and called for bold leadership to address the changing economic landscape.