Gorbachev is on the scene. We have reason to hope for progress in the areas of arms control. cultural exchanges. etc. If only we could hold the same hope for the emigration issue. Last November. 90 Senators signed a letter to the President in which we noted that the issues of peace and human rights are intertwined. and our commitment to both is firm. We pledged to do all we can on behalf of Soviet Jews. and we asked the President to forcefully convey our concerns and commitment to Mr. Gorbachev when they met in Geneva. We stated then. and would repeat now. that the United States must seize every opportunity to secure an agreement with the Soviets which ensures the emigration of all refuseniks. and the cessation of punitive actions against prospective emigrants and Jews who try to engage in Jewish cultural and religious activities. We will reaffirm our commitment to these principles when we meet with the student coalition this week. The year has gotten off to a good start with the release of Mr.
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