While the attention of the entire country was concentrated today upon the international situation, the Chamber of Deputies adopted a second reading of the anti-Jewish bill. The measure, which calls for restriction of Jewish participation in Hungary’s economic and cultural life to seven per cent, was passed after a half-hour debate and was sent to committee for final drafting.
More than 100 deputies voted for the measure, which was introduced by the Government of former Premier Bela Imredi and had the backing of Premier Paul Teleki. The opposition mustered 27 votes, including Social Democrats, National Liberals, Independent Agrarians and some independents.
Because of the international situation, the Chamber adjourned until March 20. Meanwhile, a delegation of Jewish leaders called upon Count Teleki to discuss the anti-Semitic bill.
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