The Federation of Jewish Institutions of Rio de Janeiro, which recently adopted a resolution opposing direct negotiations with Germany on reparations and restitution, has reversed itself by a large majority, following new elections in the federation which resulted in a sweeping victory for the Zionist groups and a severe, defeat for the Communists.
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