President. I think it is wonderful that America is finally rolling on what should have appealed to its conscience originally. In this way we give a most eloquent rebuttal to those who would for a moment think that we are heartless or turning our backs on our own heritage as a Nation of immigrants and as a Nation willing. in the name of our own tradition and Constitution. to receive those who are in danger of persecution on political. religious. or other grounds of which we would thoroughly approve. I am deeply gratified that my bill with Senator PELL has touched off this spate of initiatives. thoughtfulness. and investigation which has produced such fine results on the part of Senator CRANSTON and Senator HATFIELD. I join the majority leader in saying they have rendered a very distinct service to the Nation in doing and enabling us to do what needs to be done immediately leading to the consideration of the basic legislation which has been introduced by me with Senator PELL.
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