We make a lot of contributions to this country. It's not right to try to treat us as terrorists or criminals. We just want to work. We want equal rights.

We are hoping that this shows we are united.

I'm very confident that it's going to happen because we are too many. The USA needs us.

Finland is a small country and Sweden is a little bigger. They are right next to us, and it's a great rivalry. I think it comes naturally. I imagine people in Finland and Sweden are going crazy for the game.

Moral cowardice that keeps us from speaking our minds is as dangerous to this country as irresponsible talk. The right way is not always the popular and easy way. Standing for right when it is unpopular is a true test of moral character.

We beseech your cooperation and help in permitting us the right to live in a country of total freedom where human rights are respected,