We must show them that they are wrong and that our commitment to the refuseniks will grow stronger and more resolute as the Soviet authorities continue to increase the persecution of a people who have committed a crime no greater than wanting to leave their country to actively practice their religious beliefs. Only in a warped system of ideals can that right be punished. and it is our duty as a champion of basic human rights and individual freedoms to speak out against the persecution of the refuseniks. This actions of this Congress are carefully watched by Soviet officials and the message we send them today is clear. if our diplomatic ties are to be improved. you must permit the refuseniks to emigrate and you must comply with your obligation under the Helsinki Final Act and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.*
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