Independence and freedom. unfortunately. were too shortlived. for in 1940. these small Baltic States were ruthlessly overrun by Soviet aggression. In addition to exercising totalitarian political control. the Soviet Union has exploited the economic resources. stiffied cultural development and has attempted to substitute athestic communistic ceremonies for the deeply religious feelings of these brave people in the Baltic States. Naturally. Mr. President. the sons and daughters of these captive nations who immigrated to the United States vigorously reacted to the destruction of freedom in their former native lands. Descendafits of the peoples of the Baltic States continue to point out to the world this oppression under Soviet rule. All Americans resent the subjugation of these small nations.
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