The most appropriate American response would be shipments of medical supplies. grain and other foodstuffs to the Bengalis under the auspices of the Red Cross. or some other international organization. not a continuation of financial aid. This would guarantee that American assistance would only be granted to those suffering under the heel of Pakistani repression. and would hopefully avert at least one tragedy for the Bengalis. The refugee situation in neighboring India also requires action by this country. The largescale influx of refugees has sorely taxed the resources of India. We should extend support to India for her humanitarian efforts to assist the fleeting Bengalis. We must maintain our neutrality in an internal conflict of this sort. but neutrality can never bar assistance to the victims of repression and exploitation. Food and medical shipments and funds earmarked for refugee relief should be granted the Indians to deal with the grave situation they face. Mr. President.
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