Discussion #1

1. As described here, Free Trade Agreements with 20 Countries, the United States has free trade agreements in force with multiple countries. Compare and contrast two of the agreements. Be specific.

2. Use at least two references.

3. Initial comments to this discussion topic are due by midnight Saturday and you must substantively respond to at least TWO students comments in this discussion topic no later than 10pm Tuesday. See Discussion Expectations for rules on discussion requirements.

Module Four

Labor in America, the Workers Role

Benefits of Trade Agreements

Free Trade Agreements with 20 Countries

Employee rights when working for multinational employers

ADDITIONAL OPTIONAL READING MATERIAL (NOT REQUIRED):

Codes of Conduct for Multinational Corporations: An Overview

Discussion #2

1. Most unions have opposed free trade agreements, such as NAFTA. On the other hand, most employer lobbying groups have supported such agreements.  Create an argument for one side or the other. Be specific.

2. Please use at least three references to support your argument.

Writing a Thesis and Making an Argument

Module Four

Labor in America, the Workers Role

Benefits of Trade Agreements

Free Trade Agreements with 20 Countries

Employee rights when working for multinational employers