811.42700 (R)/5–1349: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Embassy in the Soviet Union
333. To project measures both short and long term against VOA jamming Emb views urgently requested on causes, effect on Sov population, e.g. whether increased claustrophobia due to jamming likely cancel advantages keeping outside info from Sov population, also whether may expect jamming continue indefinitely. Does Emb believe has any connection lifting blockade and CFM developments or that may herald even more virulent campaign to convince Sov population of aggressive ITS aims in event conference failure? VOA requesting supplementary funds to add number medium power transmitters immediately and large number high power transmitters over next two years. VOA contemplates recorded program of questions to listeners as to why “they” (Kremlin) are trying prevent Sov people from listening to VOA. Has Emb any comments or suggestions for other measures?