Slippery Slope

Slippery slope in Global Commerce Policy

In this regard, slippery slope is: has roughly the same meaning as the thin edge of the wedge. The entries on trade policy are here. It refers to the beginning of a process that will almost inevitably lead to undesirable results from the point of view of those who do not wish to be anywhere near it.[1]

Slippery slopein the wold Encyclopedia

For an introductory overview on international trade policy, see this entry.

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Notes and References

1. Dictionary of Trade Policy, “Slippery slope” entry (OAS)

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