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so, say a person named Bertrand is an avid supporter of protectionism. His prima

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Question

so, say a person named Bertrand is an avid supporter of protectionism. His primary platform is the idea that the United States imports too many foreign goods. He dislikes that many of his clothes are made in China instead of the U.S. because clothing is a basic need, even for babies. He would prefer that the United States drill in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) instead of importing oil from Kuwait because oil powers our military's tanks and planes. Which argument for protectionism is Bertrand using?

-The National Security Argument
-The Infant Industry Argument
-The Environmental Protection Argument
-The Job Creation Argument

Explanation / Answer

Bertran here talking about the basic needs and external security through the militarily power. Hence logical option that follows from statement is National security argument.