Many of those who have been following this tragic case see an even greater tragedy pending now: Silence. With our attention diverted to Soviet actions in Afghanistan. we must be especially careful not to forget the "Refusniks" imprisoned in the U.S.S.R. We must maintain our diligence and the international outcry against an unjust treatment of Anatoly Shcharansky. As one correspondent has said. "Shcharanskys only crime was to speak the truth." He spoke out for his belief in human rights and human dignity. and his desire to emigrate to Israel with his wife. Shcharansky is now being punished for these beliefs. Today.
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