Number: RS21657
Title: U.S. Trade Policy and Changing Domestic and Foreign Priorities: A Historical Overview
Authors: Raymond J. Ahearn, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division 
Abstract: U.S. trade policy involves actions that influence the flow and composition of goods, services, and investments. In todays post 9/11 world, foreign policy and national security priorities may be gaining increased prominence, although many interest groups and Members of Congress can be expected to push the Bush Administration also to support policies that more directly benefit domestic economic and political interests.
Pages: 6
Date: Updated November 3, 2003