The moderator asked basic questions to get a feel for how much the women knew about who's involved in international trade and economics, and also to find out where the women get their information. There ought to be an impartial group that monitors and informs the public and decision makers of potential harms within the trade agreements. American women can play a constructive role through joining and supporting organizations that address these issues. When focus group participants get educated, they choose to become involved with this issue. When trade negotiators get educated, they make better decisions.
Internet is a critical tool for information-especially new information.
The women can do research at their own pace, and verify facts. On the whole, the women who participated in the focus groups were interested in taking action on these issues. They expressed interest in making donations, writing letters, signing and distributing petitions and going on volunteer vacations.