Although the Soviet Union signed a treaty in 1920 which recognized Latvia as a sovereign nation "forever." only 20 years later. in 1940. Stalin broke this agreement and the Red army marched in and began a brutal occupation of this country. This action was accompanied by forced deportations of Latvians to Siberia and other remote parts of the Soviet empire. and the imprisonment and executions of Latvian patriots. cultural and government leaders. and others who would not capitulate to the Communists. Sadly Latvia today continues to be governed from Moscow. and not from Riga. the countrys rightful capital. as the Communists are ruthless in their continuing efforts to destroy the heritage and culture of the Latvian people. It is for this reason I have asked that my name be added as a cosponsor to House Concurrent Resolution 192. a resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the President should take all steps necessary to bring the question of selfdetermination of Latvia.
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