The recent visit by Secretary of State James A. Baker III to the Soviet Union resulted in commitment between our two countries to expand cooperation in the area of human rights. Moreover. the Soviets have agreed to codify new laws regarding the emigration of Soviet Jews. While we welcome these proposed changes. the continued denial of the right of free emigration for many Soviet Jewish citizens such as Mrs. Varshavskaya remains a critical stumbling block to improved relations between our two countries. We call upon the Soviet Union to show us their commitment to glasnost and perestroika by improving their record on human rights and by guaranteeing to all citizens the freedom to choose how and where they will live their lives.
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