In 2001, the U

question 18

Multiple Choice

In 2001, the U.S. Congress endorsed China's application to join

• A)the United Nations.
• B)NATO.
• C)the Asian-Pacific Union.
• D)the Trans-Pacific Partnership.
• E)the World Trade Organization.

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Deregulation

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Republican Party

A major political party in the United States, also known as the GOP (Grand Old Party), which traditionally supports conservative policies, including smaller government, lower taxes, and strong national defense.

Same-Sex Marriage

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