U.S. trade chief speaks live at the National Press Club

US Trade Representitive Ron Kirk
U.S. Trade Representitive Ron Kirk makes remarks during an evening reception at the US Conference of Mayors? 78th Winter Meeting on January 20, 2010 the Capital Hilton in Washington, D.C.
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U.S. Trade Representative Ron Kirk discusses the Obama administration's trade agenda. Kirk is the featured guest at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C.

As the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), Ambassador Kirk is a member of President Obama's Cabinet and serves as the President's principal trade advisor, negotiator and spokesperson on trade issues.

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