Many Jews are forced to abandon their heritage to prevent further persecution of themselves and their loved ones. Other Soviet Jews choose simply to leave. Unfortunately. those Jews who wish to emigrate for religious freedom find a locked door at the exit. They cannot pick up their families and settle elsewhere in the world. They have no freedom of movement. Soviet officials will simply not allow Jews to leave. In fact. Jews who merely apply for exit visas are systematically discriminated against: They are harassed. they lose their jobs. their children are expelled from schools and universities. Essentially. their lives are made miserable. They live with both hope and fearhopeful that they may someday leave. and fearful that they may someday face greater persecution and hardship.
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