Yet. in the Soviet Union today. Jews are subjected to repressive and discriminatory policies which are a blatant denial of basic human rights. Perhaps the most despicable affront to hapless. harassed Soviet Jews Is the imposition of an immoral education tax. designed to place severe restrictions on those who desperately wish to emigrate to Israel. Freedom to live In peace or leave in peace is sought by Soviet Jews so that they might be able to practice their religious beliefs and preserve their cultural heritage without fear. If the Soviet Union sees fit to continue its policy of blackmailing Jews who wish to emigrate. then it is the responsibility of the Congress to express its profound convictions against this ruthless policy in a manner which will reach the ears of Soviet leaders. That Is why I am proud to join 237 of my colleagues in the House in sponsoring a bill. to be known as the Freedom of Emigration Act. which would restrain mostfavorednation status or special trade privileges to any country in EastWest trade until such time as that country eliminates contemptuous emigration policies. It Is my hope that the strong. united voice of the Congress. expressed in economic terms. will pierce the walls of the Kremlin and awaken Soviet leaders to their responsibilities toward oppressed citizens.
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