(Jewish Telegraphic Agency Mail Service)
The Latvian Parliament has adopted a number of amendments to the existing citizenship law which make it considerably easier to acquire Latvian citizenship. The Jews, who constitute the largest body of Staatenlose in Latvia, are especially interested in the new provisions.
The Opposition of the Right who fought the amendments determinedly, alleged that their adoption would bring another 250,000 Jews into Latvia from Russia. The Premier replied that only 4,000 Jews would be affected.
The Opposition is now demanding a referendum on the question. The Jews fear that the agitation in connection with the referendum may lead to anti-Jewish disturbances.
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