Here’s one of the main things wrong with arguments some are making against the export of U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG): They substitute narrow interests and agendas for the proved economic benefits of free trade to the entire United States – long demonstrated in the sale of countless other U.S. commodities to overseas buyers.

Fundamentally, the free trade of U.S. products overseas means cash flowing into this country instead of out. Meanwhile, securing customers in foreign markets helps American producers expand their businesses, create jobs and add value to our economy.

Still, anti-trade arguments are being heard in connection with LNG exports – claims that exports will hurt U.S. manufacturers and consumers – despite a recent study conducted for the Energy Department that showed... more »