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Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. (JN 8:32)
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I am an American volunteering for one year in Cambodia, serving as an advisor to a fair trade handicraft project. I am always so happy to read about Christians supporting fair trade through their voices and purchases. The 35 disabled artisans I work with are better able to feed their families because of the support of my church and purchases by Christians through Ten Thousand Villages. Christians' support of fair trade demonstrates Jesus's message to love the least of these.
P.S. And, my undergraduate degree is in Economics, and I fully support Aven's comments about fair trade not being anti-free trade. Fair trade is free trade--with buying decisions being based on quality, price and whether your purchases reflect your values.
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