If I tell you that a large section of Iraq's industry and economy is based on Soviet and Russian technology - not the most advanced but nevertheless still functioning - that means the assets that are there and that need to be put back will need spare parts, technical support and so on.

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This is but one example of the slow, steady job loss that has been happening for the past 20 years in the U.S., facilitated by technology, globalization and constant pressure to maintain profits in a highly efficient market-based economy.

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And, technology and innovation, the work of our most talented people, underpin the U.S. standard of living: technology-based products and services create a big export surplus and enable the strong productivity growth of the U.S. economy.

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