TRIBLE. and myself. The purpose of the amendment is to address the growing problem within Mexico and Central America of Soviet intervention. I know that the distinguished Senator from Wyoming has worked long and hard on immigration legislation. I just had a discussion with one of the most respected Members of the Senate. Senator LONG of Louisiana. about the importance in the view of many Senators here of immigration legislation. The significance of the amendment that is now pending before the Senate is that if. in fact. the Soviets continue their reckless expansion. as they have done ever since the end of World War II. of their sphere of influence and their orbit. no matter what kind of legislation this body passes. we are going to have a tremendous influx of more than immigrants but refugees who will be seeking political asylum from our good friends and neighbors south of the border. I think the amendment significant when one reads in the press today that our friends in Mexico have invited a Soviet naval squadron to make a port call in Vera Cruz on October 4. I only say to my colleagues if an amendment of this nature is not acted on by the Congress and the U.S.
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