The State of Israel consists of a meager 8.000 square miles. Only onehalf of this land is presently Irrigated. By 1970 the population of this young democracy will be increased by natural growth and immigration. from its present 2.300.000 people to approximately 3 millionan increase of over 30 percent. Israel must be allowed to peacefully develop its land by irrigation programs or it will be impossible for it to sustain its people. At a time when all decent people are horrified by everincreasing Communist persecutions of Jews. the importance of Israel being able to admit new immigrants cannot be overemphasized. I am proud of my record of continued support for the development of a Jewish homeland in Palestine. and for United States support of the young Republic of Israel. Israel has proven to be the firmest and most consistent friend that the Western democracies have In the Middle East.
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