Fraternity-Testvériség, 1960 (38. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
1960-07-01 / 7. szám
2 FRATERNITY philosophy of “one step back” under Communism, until the propitious moment comes to shoot two steps forward. It should be called to mind that when Mr. Khrushchev speaks of “peaceful coexistence”, he means nothing less than American acquiescence to the permanent security of his empire. His purpose in obtaining this guarantee of the territorial integrity of his imperialistic master-plan is to gain time for its consolidation, which would come easy with the broken wills and hopes of the captive nations. It also affords him to secure more advance bases for cold war operations in the “open field” of the Free World. Sometimes reticent in taking a positive step, the free world should now make its position determinately clear to the communists regarding the captive nations or any nation seeking freedom and self-determination. In a world in which the constant struggle for independence is on the daily newspage, it would certainly lessen the moral standard of the United States to refuse just recognition to these facts. Many of today's nationalist movements found their inspiration in American history. It would be ironic, to say the least, if the U. S. should ever find itself cast in the role of opposing independence movements seeking recognition of the kind of principles which established our own country. Over 225 million people held captive by the communists (besides the 700 million Chinese) represent a potent force who can become the free world’s most reliable allies. And these allies, it should be noted, are not dependent upon foreign aid or any give-away programs. It is also important to note that the stronger the hope and urge of the captives for their freedom and independence, the weaker the threatening position of the Soviets, and, consequently the more secure is the status of the free world. Our course of condduct in foreign relations should be tested by the standards we have pursued in our past. It it advances the cause of freedom, let us pursue it; if it injures the cause of freedom, let us reject is most vehemently. Only then can we hope to maintain our own security and peace, and at the same time, help others secure their God-given principles of freedom and self- determination. Our ultimate weapon is the inherent desire of all peoples for freedom. This is the Peaceful Policy of Liberation in action! We must be alert to any cracks in the Soviet empire and encourage and exploit any weakening bonds that tie the satellites to Moscow. In this meaning the idea behindd the Captive Nations Week Observance has a true and, worthy purpose, and should find acceptance among all the free people of the world.
