That is 77 out of 80 Members. The plight of the Soviet Jews should be important to all Members of this body. and I know it is. Soviet Jewish citizens ask only to be allowed to emigrate so that they may simply be allowed freedom of religion. The Soviet Union contains the third largest population of Jews in the world. following the United States and Israel. It is sad to think that over 2 million Jews are not able to practice their faith but. instead. are harassed and persecuted because of their belief. Mr. Speaker. this certainly is a case of right versus wrong. but. more importantly. the release of these people is a matter of common decency. Our coalition hopes to send a signal to the Soviet Government loud and clear that as new Members of this Congress. we are outraged at this blatant violation of human rights and ask that the Soviet Union expedite the emigration of these people. For Jews. the Soviet Union is a tough place to live and an even tougher place to leave. I encourage every Member of Congress to aid in this worthy and satisfying cause.
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