I participate in protesting the unduly extended imprisonment of Ida Nudel. as well as the cruelty and persecution of individuals. who. like her. have been abused by a callous regime refusing to allow the Jews in its country to live in peace. Idas struggle has been our struggle as well. Her courage and strength should be rewarded by granting the exit visa she has waited to receive for onefifth of her life. I have pledged to see Ida reunited with her sister and husband in Israel. I urge the Soviet Union to listen to this world protest. to abide by their agreements and to free Ida Nudel.