Lucas,
In chess, the queen is the only piece that can move any way, any number
of spaces. Them’s the rules.
But imagine you’re playing chess with someone who doesn’t
care about the rules. They play every piece like the queen. Doesn’t
matter how good you are at chess -- you’ll lose every time.
That’s a little like what China is doing to the American steel industry.
China routinely ignores international trade obligations. China helped
cause the global drop of steel prices when it unfairly subsidized their
steel sector. China remains the main source of excess capacity in the
steel industry, making the problem worse.
Bottom line:
China’s cheating. And Minnesota’s Iron Rangers are getting hit hard.
Given a level playing field, American steel producers and manufacturers
can compete with the best in the world. We need to hold them accountable.
I’m working with a bipartisan group in the Senate, urging the President
to take action against China’s cheating.
Today I’d like to give you the chance to add your voice.
Sign our Open Letter to President Obama >>
Minnesota’s steelworkers and manufacturers have been through a lot.
We lost thousands of jobs in the Northland when an influx of illegally
priced steel, much of which came from China, flooded the market.
We’re recovering, but if we don’t level the playing field
that won’t last long. American workers are counting on us to protect
their jobs and their livelihoods.
Add your name to the open letter and urge the President to take action.
Thanks!
-Al