We say what we want. We do not fear a knock at the door in the middle of the night. Over the past 6 months. emigration of Jews from the Soviet Union has virtually ceased. Since the Soviets began an effective form of emigration over 10 years ago. more than 250.000 Jews have left the Soviet Union with Israeli visas. The emigration of Jews reached its peak in 1979 when 51.000 were granted exit visas. Thus. the sharp decline in recent months represents a tragic low in Jewish emigration. It is most unfortunate. Mr. Speaker. that the Soviet authorities have once again adopted a very comprehensive and restrictive policy in regard to Jewish families who wish to emigrate to Israel. either to gain religious freedom. or merely to be reunited with their families. This policy has included the harassment of applicants by the Soviets. Mr.
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