Until such guarantees have become part of the framework of Russian society in a lawbased state. the danger remains that extremism and demagoguery can move in and exploit economic woes and social confusion. In addition to these new problems. many remnants of the old Communist system remain. There are more than 60 outstanding refusenik cases in Russia. and it is time for the Russian Government to live up to its commitments on this matter and allow these people their fundamental right to emigrate. Finally. there are literally thousands of people in jail in Russia for economic crimes. and people are still being tried under these old Soviet laws that have no place in a democratic society. Clearly. it is crucial that the Helsinki process continue to be vigilant in its promotion of democracy building in Russia.
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