I have introduced a resolution. H. Res. 576. on which I hope to set a hearing shortly. for the purpose of calling upon the President of the United States to issue a proclamation or Executive order authorizing the temporary admission of a number of the socalled refugees who are physically and morally fit. who have committed no wrong or crime other than that they belong to a certain minority group in the world. Once we establish free ports in this country. other Allied Nations will do the same thing. In that way I am certain that at least 2.000.000 people can be saved from the Axis henchmen until after the war when they can return to their native lands. This resolution does not attempt to change the policy laid down by our immigration law. This resolution does not attempt to open the doors in violation of our basic immigration laws. This resolution simply means that the Congress of the United States. with the approval of the President. would allow admission of bona fide political and religious refugees into an area in this country which might be fixed by the War Department and permit them to remain there during the period of this war. Mr. Speaker. there are a number of Governors and other outstanding Americans who are supporting this plan.
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