And their campaign against their own citizens who dare to practice their religion or to speak out in favor of human rights ranks among the most systematic and repressive programs in recent history. The plight of Jews in the Soviet Union stands out as perhaps the most glaring example of Soviet disregard for their solemn commitment to observe fundamental human rights. Emigration of Soviet Jews has declined from 51.320 to less than 1.000 in a matter of 5 years. Mr. Speaker. This steady decline has been accompanied by a brutal and pervasive campaign of antiSemitism resulting in the arrests of Hebrew teachers. the wide dissemination of vicious propaganda. the harassment of thousands of believers. and the denial of countless applications for exit visas on spurious grounds. And sadly. Mr.
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