This deep historical experience has generated concern among Americans when it appears that the freedom to worship is threatened in this country or elsewhere." Subsequent letters have expressed the same concern. and have sought reassurances following reports of destruction and confiscation of holy places. including the House of Bab in Shiraz. Bahai centers. sites and cemeteries. Recently there have been increasing reports of attacks on individuals. their families and homes. These assurances sought have never been provided by the Government of Iran. and indeed the precarious situation of the Bah&is has worsened with the passage of time. the Immigration and Naturalization Service. acknowledging the situation in Iran. has adopted a policy which recognizes adherence to the Bahai faith by an Iranian national as likely cause for persecution in Iran and therefore as prime facie grounds for asylum in the United States. Mr. President.
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