Since Soviet law permits the release of a prisoner after the completion of onehalf of his term. this halfway point in Anatolys sentence provides the Soviet Government the opportunity to change the perceptions that its words and promises are hollow. and that its signature on human rights agreements cannot be trusted. The Soviet Union claims all of its citizens who want to leave have already done so. But Anatoly Shcharansky. and thousands of others who have refused to bend to Soviet pressure. harassment. and government inspired antisemitism in response to their desire to be free. are still waiting to emigrate. I urge my colleagues in this democratic legislative body. to urge the Soviet Union to comply with the agreements of the Madrid Review Conference. and to respect and honor human rights. by beginning with the release of Anatoly Shcharansky.e
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