If adding labor to industry groups is a good idea, why not just throw all of the disparate interests onto the same committee and enjoy a literal three-ring circus? Loss of Face This week's Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) negotiations in Singapore will not conclude the talks and instead shows a ramping up of leverage. Australia and New Zealand complain that not enough is being offered on market access. Meanwhile, the U.S. has reportedly suggested that the negotiations proceed without Japan, since Tokyo is trying to keep too much protection for sensitive products. The threat is a very harsh attack, but also effective given Japan's sensitivity about honor. Hopefully, it reflects the storm before the calm. Can't We All Just Get Along The po...