During the millennial celebrations in the Soviet Union in 1988. the Soviets kept Deacon Rusak in an isolation cell for 23 daysa 5- by 10foot cell with no heat and obviously no room to lie down. His time in the isolation cell. ironically. coincided with President Reagans meeting In Moscow with Mr. Gorbachev. Following much pressure and humanitarian requests from many in the West. the Soviets allowed Deacon Rusak to be released after completing 21/2 years of his sentence. With little promise of what they refer to as rehabilitation and the required permits to have a residence or seek work. Deacon Rusak petitioned to emigrate. Mr. Speaker.
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