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Amnesty International USA Statement on Shootings in Dallas
“Last night’s shootings are a devastating reminder that gun violence in the U.S. is a human rights crisis that impacts…
July 8, 2016
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Amnesty International USA Statement in Response to Shooting of Philando Castile
Once again another horrifying video has emerged that begs for answers, and once again we are calling for a thorough,…
July 7, 2016
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Amnesty International USA Statement in Response to Shooting of Alton Sterling by Baton Rouge Police
“The available video footage of the death of Alton Sterling raises questions about the circumstances of this shooting that must…
July 6, 2016
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Amnesty International USA Responds to Drone Casualty Disclosure
Today, the Obama administration disclosed its assessment of the number of individuals killed by U.S. drone strikes since 2009.
July 1, 2016
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CIA rendition victims challenge Romania and Lithuania at Europe’s human rights court
Hearings being held today at the European Court of Human Rights in two crucial cases against Romania and Lithuania for…
June 28, 2016
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Three Amigos Summit: Human rights must be at the core of the North American agenda
Human rights must be a top priority during the North American Leaders’ Summit in Ottawa, said Amnesty International in an…
June 27, 2016
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Amnesty International USA Launches Campaign with Powerful Video on Torture
As the U.S. witnesses a growing climate of prejudice and scapegoating, Amnesty International USA (AIUSA) is launching a new campaign…
June 24, 2016
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Amnesty International USA: Congressional Sit-in Highlights Need for Urgent Bipartisan Reform
In response to the sit-in taking place on the House floor as part of an effort to bring a vote…
June 23, 2016
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Attack in Orlando Shows Utter Contempt for Human Life
AIUSA statement following the mass shooting in Orlando
June 12, 2016
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Amnesty International USA Statement in Response to Shooting at Love Field in Dallas
“While details from this incident are still coming to light, there must be a prompt, thorough, independent and impartial investigation…
June 10, 2016
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Amnesty International USA Responds to Claims of Former Guantánamo Detainees Launching Attacks
In response to a media report claiming that the Obama administration believes that at least 12 detainees released from Guantanamo…
June 8, 2016
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Amnesty International USA Responds to Chicago Police Videos of Use of Force
Following the release of videos and other materials related to 101 instances of Chicago police officers shooting or injuring civilians,…
June 3, 2016