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Military Commissions: Still a Failure
An Al Qaeda operative was recently convicted in a Brooklyn court and justice was served. We'll never get true justice by continuing flawed Military Commissions that continue at Guantanamo this…
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10 Fair Trade Gifts for Mother’s Day
What better way to give thanks to mom then by giving her something beautiful and that will help other mothers and families around the world.
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USA: Wrong court, wrong place, wrong punishment: Five alleged ‘9/11 conspirators’ to be arraigned for capital trial by military commission at Guantánamo
On 5 May 2012, at the US naval base at Guantánamo Bay, Cuba, a US Army Colonel, in his role as a military commission judge, is due to conduct the…
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ICONIC ARTISTS INCLUDING LEVON HELM, ROSANNE CASH, CARLY SIMON AND OTHERS PERFORM “TOAST TO FREEDOM” SONG AS TRIBUTE TO AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL’S 50th ANNIVERSARY
Amnesty International today releases “Toast To Freedom,” a new and exclusive commemorative song dedicated to human rights activism around the world and performed by 50 high-profile artists, including the late…
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Is the US Abandoning Afghan Women?
Women's rights in Afghanistan ought to be a priority for the US and Afghan governments. Judging by the recent agreement between the two countries, it's not.
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5 Countries Where Being a Journalist Can Be Dangerous to Your Health
Journalists, bloggers and filmmakers can face incredible risks by bringing uncomfortable truths to light. These 5 countries are especially dangerous for those speaking truth to power.
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Amnesty International Implores Singapore to Join Global Trend Toward Abolition of Death Penalty
Amnesty International today calls on Singapore to join the global trend toward abolition of the death penalty and establish a moratorium on all executions, following the country's announcement that it…
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If I Keep Quiet, Impunity Wins
Since 2009, 20 journalists have been killed in Honduras. Journalist Dina Meza has been threatened repeatedly for her work to expose violations yet continues to do her job despite the…
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Amnesty International Urges United States to Guarantee Chen Guangcheng’s Safety, Calls on China to Protect Activist’s Rights
Amnesty International today calls on the United States to guarantee Chen Guangcheng's safety and insist that China protect the rights of the activist and his family, amid reports the Chinese…
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Moving from Pen and Paper to Digital May Mean Progress, But Suppression Continues, Says Amnesty International
On the eve of World Press Freedom day, Amnesty International says that some countries are blocking search engines, charging the exorbitant fees for internet, torturing activists to obtain their Facebook…
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Drones: The Known Knowns
Presidential adviser John Brennan suggests that drones are effective and legal. Here are 12 reasons why the US needs to rethink their drones program.
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Leading Iranian Trade Union Activist Spends May Day in Prison
In Iran, those who advocate peacefully on behalf of their fellow workers are likely to wind up in prison.