Christians and Jews alike. to freely practice their religious views. Harassment of both individuals and groups is commonplace and there has been a proliferation of Governmentsponsored antiSemitic propaganda. In recent years as United StatesSoviet relations have worsened there has been a marked decline in the number of Soviet Jews who have been allowed to emigratea freedom guaranteed under the Helsinki accords. In 1979. 51.320 Jews were allowed to leave the Soviet Union. Last year only 896 Jews were allowed to emigrate. This Fast and Prayer Vigil helps to publicize this important problem and our dedication to the victims of persecution wherever they may be found. I am pleased to be able to report that many of my colleagues in the House have Joined me in writing to the new Soviet leader.
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