It Is a crime in the U.S.S.R. to practice Judaism. Soviet Jews cannot gather to worship. they cannot teach their language. they cannot pass along their traditions. and yet they cannot leave the country to pursue their rights. Once they apply for exist visas. most find that. too. Is a crime. They often lose their jobs. become social outcasts. get drafted Into military service. or are imprisoned. The Soviets usually deny the right to emigrate on the basis that the individuals emigration Is not "in the interest of the Soviet Union." If world opinion is imrartant to the Soviet Government. and If adhering to their own international agreements is a consideration of Soviet diplomacy. then guaranteeing human rights. be it the freedom to practice religion or the freedom to emigrate. is always In the interest of the Soviet Union. The preservation of world peace Is In the mutual Interest of the United States and the U.S.S.R. With Mr.
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Soviet Jews cannot practice their religion, language, or traditions.