But as Congress demurs on the critical agreements, a host of progressive-minded governments continue pursuing free trade with nations important to their economies.
Mr McConnell, however, demurs, arguing that earmarks account for a negligible share of the deficit and provide a useful check on the president's discretion over spending.
Indeed, as Congress demurs on the four critical agreements, a host of progressive-minded governments continue pursuing free trade with nations important to their economic and overall geopolitical interests.