In its deliberate policy to eliminate independence of the various Soviet Republics. the Soviet Union is attempting to lessen their nationalistic unity. As is common in Sovietdominated nations. the people of Latvia are bound by Soviet control. and above all the fundamental freedoms enjoyed by its citizens under their own constitution have been abolished. The Sovietimposed rule in Latvia has brought with it untold sufferingsarrests. deportations. executions. as well as nationalization of all private property and the downgrading of social and working conditions. However. the history of terrorism and the continued suppression of their culture and selfexpression have not dampened the innate desire of the brave people of Latvia for national independence and restoration of their human rights. Many Latvians have managed to flee from the Communist terror in their homeland and are now living in various parts of the free world.
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