Recalling the specter of the Great Depression (1929–40), America now advocated open trade for two reasons: to create markets for
American agricultural and industrial products, and to ensure the ability of Western European nations to export as a means of rebuilding their economies. Reduced trade barriers, American policy makers believed, would promote economic growth at home and abroad, bolstering U.S. friends and allies in the process. –"Outline of United States History,"
US State Department
Why did the United States support open trade? Check all that apply.
the answer is Many East Germans began leaving the country. East German leaders opened unification talks with West Germany. And reform-minded leaders replaced East German communist leaders.
