March 15. is of special significance to Soviet Jews and to the world community because it is the anniversary of the arrest 7 years ago of Anatoly Shcharansky. a man who symbolizes our concern for Soviet Jews. Seven years ago today. Shcharansky was arrested for allegedly spying for the United States. As an outspoken critic of the U.S.S.R.s restrictive emigration policy and as a dynamic and vocal leader of the movement to monitor Soviet compliance with human rights accords. Shcharansky was singled out by the authorities for harsh treatment. In July 1978 Shcharansky was convicted and sentenced to 13 years in prison in a hasty trial that experts agree made a mockery of justice.
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