We can all be proud that Americas tradition of welcoming those who have been denied religious freedom in their own land is alive. even as we deplore and work to eliminate that lack of freedom in foreign countries. The Chmykhalovs and Vashchenkos. through their courageous struggle. remind us that America has never been. and must never become. a land of religious intolerance. I want to urge the President to express this countrys concern over the Soviets denial of basic religious freedom for the Pentecostals. and to instruct the U.S. Embassy to make every effort to accommodate the needs of the two families until the Soviet Government consents to allow them to emigrate. Our efforts in calling attention to their plight can play an important role in achieving their dream.
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