Whereas thousands of innocent Jews and other persons. having applied to leave the Soviet Union. have been subjected to immediate induction into the armed forces. improper incarceration in mental institutions. expulsion from school. and constant surveillance and harassment. Whereas the Government of the Soviet Union will not succeed in isolating Soviet Jews from their friends in the free world so long as those who cherish liberty continue to speak on behalf of beleaguered people everywhere. Whereas "Solidarity Sunday for Soviet Jewry" shall provide vigorous expression of American determination to secure freedom for Soviet Jewish prisoners of conscience incarcerated solely for their desire to emigrate. and Whereas the Government of the Soviet Union refuses to permit the free exercise of religious beliefs and cultural expression and also refuses to remove all obstacles to the free emigration of its Jewish citizens and others who wish to leave and live in other countries: Now. therefore. be it Resolved. That the Senate hereby expresses its full support for "Solidarity Sunday for Soviet Jewry". to be held on May 11. 1986. and encourages Americans to participate in the activities of that day.
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