Washington, D.C.- Congresswoman Cynthia
McKinney was honored by the United States Business and Industry Council
for her votes on international economic issues during the first session
of the 106th Congress. The Council praised Congresswoman McKinney for supporting
foreign trade policies that sustain a strong national industrial base and
create a high standard of living for all Americans, while protecting the
country from the predatory policies often followed by foreign corporations
and governments.
"From unfair trade practices to the proliferation
of high-technology weapons, the international economy is an arena that
requires the close attention of national leaders like Congresswoman KcKinney,"
said USBIC President Kevin Kearns when announcing the list of House Members
who scored at least 90 points on the group's 100 point scorecard.
The USBIC report card looks at critical
issues where foreign commerce affects America's major industries, economic
diplomacy, and national security. In each case, USBIC favors the actions
which best serve to keep the manufacturing, fabrication, and processing
industries-and the jobs they generate, strong and healthy here in the United
States. "As a global trade and financial flows have increased, the need
for Congress to exercise its constitutional duty to oversee international
economic relations has increased," said Kearns. "And Congresswoman McGivney
has taken this responsibility seriously, earning a place in our Hall of
Heroes for her steadfast commitment to American prosperity, security, and
independence."
The SUBIC was founded in 1933. Its member
companies are mainly family-owned or closely held manufacturing firms with
deep roots in their local communities.