Much like the decisions we've made so far, the steps we take to build this new foundation will not be easy.

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So we are pleased with the steps that have been taken today and we hope that we can build on this progress.

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We should take all of these steps to build a strong foundation for our children.

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So today I want to spend most of my time talking about the specific steps we need to take to build this more competitive America.

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The question is, are we taking the steps each and every day to build that consumer demand, to increase our exports, to create jobs here and sell products overseas?

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Again, we have asked the Prime Minister to take steps to build confidence for proximity talks to be able to make progress.

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We will also build on the measure I signed today with further steps to grow our economy in the future.

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They are steps we have to take if we want to build an economy that lasts, if we want to be able to compete with other countries for jobs that restore a sense of security to middle-class families.

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We will do what is necessary, and then we hope that each side will continue to take steps necessary to make -- build confidence and make these talks productive.

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And then what we've been able to do is build out from those where nations will take their own steps.

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