Conservatives and Liberals Generally Agree That the Country Cannot Afford

question 5

Essay

Conservatives and liberals generally agree that the country cannot afford to help everyone. There is little agreement, however, on how much we can afford and who should be helped and by what means. Describe what you think would happen to those in need who would not be helped and what it might mean to the future of our country.

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Definitions:

Collective Bargaining

The act of discussing terms between employers and employees' representatives to reach consensus on wages, work conditions, advantages, and other elements of worker compensation and rights.

Quotas

Predetermined targets or minimums that individuals or organizations aim to achieve within a specific timeframe.

Trade Barrier

Any regulation or policy that restricts international trade, such as tariffs, quotas, or import bans.

WTO

The World Trade Organization, an international body that sets global rules for trade between nations to ensure trade flows smoothly, predictably, and freely.