Shcharansky is a man of true courage. whose dedication to what Is fundamentally right. just. and humane serves as an enduring reminder that the light of freedom will prevail. Although we all share in the joy of the events of the past few days. we must remember that thousands of Jews in the Soviet Union find their plight unchanged. We must continue to work for those Jews who have been denied emigration from a country which punishes them for their religious beliefs and belittles their values. The treatment by Soviet authorities makes a mockery of their supposed adherence to the principles of the Helsinki accords and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. This special order gives us the chance to recognize and remember all of those who are unable to leave the Soviet Union. their families. and so many others who suffer from separation and anxiety for their loved ones who have sought permission to emigrate. Whether the release of Mr. Shcharansky signals a general relaxation of Soviet policy toward those who defy the system or toward Jewish emigration remains to be seen. What we do know is that the efforts of those in this Chamber. and the efforts of all concerned Americans. to call attention to those conditions are essential means of assisting the courageous Jewish men. women. and children of the Soviet Union. It is our vocal concern that help provide them with the encouragement. and the confirmation of the justness of their cause. which allows them to go on. Today we have the opportunity to reinforce the message that Jewish emigration remains a fundamental concern in United StatesSoviet relations.
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