Such treatment flagrantly violates international obligations set forth in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. and the Helsinki Final Act. This behavior must not go unchallenged by those governments and societies which do honor their obligations to respect human rights under those documents. Today also marks the seventh anniversary of the arrest of Anatoly Shcharansky. who has been the heart of the Soviet Jewry movement since 1973 when he was denied permission to emigrate. His 7year prison ordeal has subjected him to the most brutal conditions. including isolation. severe cold. and inadequate food. sleep. and health care. The courage. perseverance. and dignity which have been so characteristic of Anatoly Shcharansky are an inspiration to freedomloving people throughout the world.
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