Every year thousands of U.S. citizens have the opportunity to visit Washington and see democracy up close. But. Abe Stolars visit is particularly special. Since 1974. Abe. who was taken by his family to the Soviet Union in the early 1930s. has fought to leave the Soviet Union. This past March. after many unsuccessful efforts. Abe. his wife Gita. and their son. Michael. were finally allowed to emigrate to Israel. Abe and Oita are now visiting our Nation so that he can meet and personally thank the many individuals who helped his family achieve their dream of freedom. As cochairman of the Congressional Call to Conscience of the Union of Council for Soviet Jews.
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