We have to acknowledge that individuals can face transition costs when trade barriers come down.

We need reforms that will enable us to thrive in a dynamic, open, world market and not seek to shut our borders and go down a path proven to lead to reduced national wealth and overall lower standards of living.

There's is no immediate danger of large revenue loss for traditional retailers or state tax authorities. Online retail sales this year (1998) are expected to top $2.3 billion - a mere snowflake in the overall blizzard of retail activity.

The cargo trade, especially on the import side, is growing at an unprecedented rate. One of the highest priorities for ports is how they are going to meet the challenge to improve their facilities.

Where can I get some tat? I'd like to trade it in.

This is a slight negative for the dollar, because the number came out below the trade deficit.