Latvia. and Estonia. it is appropriate that all Americans recall the extensive imperialism of the U.S.S.R. and communism and reassert their determination to prevent further Soviet aggression and to restore the governments of all lost lands to their rightful inhabitants. This incursion on their selfrule was bravely resisted by the people of these states. and the hope of regaining their independence and democracy is still alive in those who still live in their native country and in those who reside outside of it. Today is Baltic Freedom Day. commemorating the massive deportation of the inhabitants of these Baltic States to the far corners of the Soviet Empire. America expresses her deepest sympathy to these people. many of whom are in concentration camps and none of whom enjoy the right of independence for their homeland. The United States has sought to live in peaceful coexistence with Russia. but her people will continue to object to such obvious violations of the integrity of a nation.
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