In recent months. we have seen the release of several political prisoners from the Soviet Union. Hopefully. this is not merely a token gesture. but a gesture of increasing mutual effort and good will on this front. In improving the emigration situation for Soviet Jews. we also foster a better relationship with the Soviet Union in respect to international teamwork in other areas. I have written to Soviet Premier Kosygin concerning the case of Grigory Hess. inviting his intervention in this particular emigration problem to bring about a positive result for the Hess family. The Commission on International Jewish Affairs in Denver. Colo.. has "adopted" this familys case and is also making efforts on their behalf. Though repeatedly rejected for emigration. the Hess family remains strong in their faith and desire to reach Israel. I hope that this appeal will assist Grigory Hess and his family in some way and I intend to continue to impress upon the Soviet Government the deep concern and commitment of the American people in the area of human rights violations.
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