They begin with the initial unification of the Lithuanian nation by Mindaugas the Great in 1251 and stretch to the recent actions of 17.000 Lithuanian Catholics who petitioned the United Nations. charging the Soviets with religious persecution. For 700 years the small nation has been buffeted by the cruel winds of history. We must not betray the hopes and aspirations of the Lithuanian people. The Freedom of Emigration Act of 1973. which I introduced with Chairman MILLS earlier this session. is an effort to call attention to the Soviets of their responsibilities to the minorities under their control. Only through positive action by our Government and a continual reaffirmation by our people of the goal of freedom for all men can Lithuania hold the hope of regaining her lost independence. As John F.
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