11. James Bacchus and Bernard K. Gordon debate: Do regional trade agreements weaken the global push for free trade? Author: James Bacchus and Bernard K. Gordon Publication Date: 03-2014 Content Type: Journal Article Journal: Americas Quarterly Institution: Council of the Americas Abstract: Do regional trade agreements weaken the global push for free trade? Yes: James Bacchus; No: Bernard K. Gordon In this issue: They waste energy and political capital. Reducing trade barriers makes sense at any level. Political Geography: United States