It is the Ethiopian Governments responsibility to actively prove that it has changed course. I am especially concerned on this score. since there is a clear threat that if fighting with the EPLF moves closer to the Eritrean capital of Asmara. the Ethiopian Government will unleash similar violence against residential areas. We also need to see continued acceleration of the emigration of Ethiopian Jews. Current levels. while representing progress over the past. are still short of what is required to meet the needs of that population or convince the American public that the Ethiopian Government is firmly committed to international principles of human rights. in particular to rights of emigration and family reunification. This vulnerable population should not be held hostage as a bargaining chip for security assistance or diplomatic advantage. Madam Speaker.
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