In the comparatively short time he has been in office. BOB DRINAN has been an eloquent and clear voice in support of Israel and the oppressed Jews of the Soviet Union. During his visit to Israel the Congressman spoke with key Israeli officials. including Foreign Minister Eban. and many of the new Soviet immigrants themselves. He has recommended the convening of a second Brussels Conference by Christian religious leaders to highlight .the plight of. Soviet Jewry. Representative DRINAN has also underscored. on the basis of his firsthand experience. Israels desperate need for assistance in absorbing thousands of new Jewish immigrants from the Soviet Union. Hopefully. the Senate will soon be taking its final action on legislation to provide $85 million in U.S. aid to assist in this formidable task. Upon his return from Israel.
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