We can learn from the actions of Dr. de Sousa Mendez that governmental policies are not always morally correct. And. when faced with such dilemmas. Individuals must respond to the dictates of their conscience. Blind obedience or silence has proven to be disasterous. Only by action can we prevent future holocausts. So that we may not forget. I would like to include in the RECORD at this point portions of an article from the Daily News of Lisbon. Portugal. dated May 5. 1985. entitled "Jewish Refugees Changed Portugal." Also. I would like to Include the petition of Consul de Sousa Mendez to his government in justification of his courageous actions. Mr.
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