Therefore. I was very pleased to see reported in the Washington Post this morning that President Clinton is considering taking some modest steps toward altering the existing sanctions policy. in favor of more communication and contact between the Cuban and American people. As I understand it. what is under consideration is the rolling back of last Augusts sanctions that were imposed during the Cuban migrant crisissanctions that have prohibited CubanAmericans from sending money to family members in Cuba or visiting them. except in cases of dire emergency. I believe that the President will find that there is a great deal of support for taking these steps within the CubanAmerican communitymany of whom have been forced to sit back and do nothing to cushion the severe economic hardships they see their loved ones on the island enduring. I would urge the President to move forward with these measures. if for no other reason than on humanitarian grounds.