Speaker. I am pleased to join my colleagues in this special order at a time when we are rejoicing over the release of Anatoly Shcharansky and at a time when we are witnessing new progress being made in United StatesSoviet relations. In response to recent Soviet actions to resolve longstanding cases of individual emigration and family reunification. we in the Congress must also take this opportunity to reaffirm our strong commitment to strengthen our efforts to work on behalf of the Soviet Jews. whose basic human rights are ignored by their Government. Anatoly Shcharanskys freedom was long overdue. but those who have worked continuously for his freedom will say that the years of fighting were rewarded because Shcharansky is now a free man. His freedom is a victory for those dedicated to human rights. But many now ask if Shcharanskys release is a sign that people like Ida Nudel. Zachar Zunshine and Josef Begun will also be allowed to emigrate to Israel. Let us hope so. A major figure in the human rights movement.
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