I believe. an important step toward linking the improvement of foreign relations with a respect for human rights. In the meantime. our continuing expressions of concern are of vital importance. The Soviets must not succeed in isolating the Jewish community. The Jewish people have a right to their cultural and religious heritage. The opportunity to emigrate freely should be available to those who desire it. and those who choose to remain should be freed from persecution. I am proud to have had this opportunity to pay tribute to the Jewish community of the Soviet Union. Their courage in the face of this determined system of repression is truly admirable..
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