Interview Guest: Peter Rosenberger
Intro: Reuters News is reporting that The United States, along with the European Union and the Group of Seven Nations agreed to revoke the status of “Most Favored Nation” from Russia. This may be the biggest shellacking given yet to the Russian economy. Joining us to discuss this latest economic assault against Russia is Peter Rosenberger, an expert on caregiving including care to refugees.
Q&A:
- It’s understandable in light of Russia invading Ukraine that their Most Favored Nations status would be revoked, but given we spent $32 Million Investigating Russian collusion in our elections, why was Russian granted most favored nation’s trade status in the first place?
Answer: On a bilateral level, however, the United States could not grant MFN status to some members of the former Soviet Union, including the Russian Federation, because of the Jackson-Vanik amendment. This presented an obstacle to those countries’ accession to the WTO. At the urging of then-Vice President Joe Biden, the Jackson-Vanik amendment was repealed with Magnitsky Act (which attempts to punish human rights violations without hampering trade) on December 14, 2012.
2. Where has congress been on this issue?
Answer: Congress has a lengthy history of acting in its own self-interest. Preserving the economic and physical security of the US only happens if those values intersect with the interest of enough members of congress – and the self-interest of members of Congress don’t seem to often mirror that of the country.
- Why must America wait until the optics are dire before acting in America’s interest?
Answer: They spent their time investigating January 6 and Donald Trump, while enemies plotted and schemed.
- Only Cuba and North remain suspended – yet China still has this status. Why? And will we have to wait until China invades and occupies Taiwan before considering adding them to the economic pariah list?
Answer: Yes. The list of Washingtonians connected to China’s checkbook is too long for this segment on your show.
- Who are the ones granting this?
Answer: When a lawyers make deals for clients, there remains an underlying (and protected) assumption that the lawyer aggressively advocates for the clients. Given inflation, a porous border, and a $30 Trillion deficit …Raise your hand if you feel congress is advocating for a safer and more financially stable country.
- Why doesn’t our congress and president ensure we have NO trade deficit before granting this status?
Answer: The question is the answer. They don’t want to do this. Sales mean you exchange an item of value for something of value in return. Given the obscene wealth of so many in Congress, America would do well to ask “What are they selling to gain so much wealth?”
- You are an international expert on caregiving and have a radio program called Hope for the Caregiver. What advice do you give to the overnight caregivers who are taking in Ukrainian refugees?
Answer: Breath. You cannot fight a battle this big while carrying someone with special needs or disabilities. Do the next right thing – which maybe to simply ensure that you’re hydrated. Help is trying to get to you, but do not empty yourself in this journey. It’s a two- for-one death if you go down. Stay alive – we’re trying to get help to you.
- Where may we get more information on your organization and work, and how may we tune in to your radio program?
Answer: http://HopeForTheCaregiver.com
Peter Rosenberger is the host of HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER, a syndicated radio program heard weekly on 200 stations. For more than thirty years, he’s cared for his wife, Gracie, who lives with severe disabilities. @hope4caregiver www.hopeforthecaregiver.com
CONTACT: Rosenberger representative Jerry McGlothlin 919-437-0001 jerry@specialguests.com
