Notwithstanding the decision of the cabinet to refuse Trotsky’s application for permission to visit Germany, the German branch of the League of Human Rights decided to continue the fight in his behalf.
The League announced today that it is calling a mass meeting to be held on Monday, April 15 to demand asylum for Trotsky.
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