Human Rights

Fact Sheet on Non-Governmental Organizations in U.S.

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The United States firmly believes that a robust civil society is necessary for democracy to thrive.

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Human Rights Remain a U.S. Priority in Central Asia

The U.S. effort to strengthen its relationships with Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan “should not impinge upon our strong support for democratic development and universally recognized human rights

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State Dept. on Arrests, Harassment and Death Sentences in Iran

We are deeply concerned by the alarming increase in the Iranian regime’s efforts to extinguish all forms of free expression and limit its citizens’ access to information in the lead-up to March parliamentary elections.

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President Obama on International Holocaust Remembrance Day

As we celebrate the strength and resilience of survivors, we pledge to stand strong against all those who would commit atrocities, against the resurgence of anti-Semitism, and against hatred in all its forms.

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Clinton Promotes Democracy in Four-Nation Africa Trip

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Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton completed a four-nation visit to Africa to promote democracy, good government and economic reforms, and to demonstrate a U.S. commitment to a post-conflict return to peace.

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Egypt’s Economic Modernization Will Support Democratization

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A successful Egyptian transformation to democracy will require not only political reform, but also increased economic opportunities for the Egyptian people, and the Obama administration wants to encourage private enterprise.

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U.S. Backs U.N. Program to Teach Respect for All

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Washington January 18,  2012 The United States, Brazil and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) launched a new program in Paris January 18 to develop educational materials that help teachers and students around the world learn to overcome ethnic, racial and religious intolerance and develop respect for others. “All forms of intolerance [...]

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Secretary Clinton: We Cannot Permit President Assad and His Regime to Have Impunity

Transcript of press briefing with Secretary of State Clinton and Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim bin Jabor Al Thani following their meeting.

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U.S. Welcomes Expanded Arab League Mission in Syria

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The Obama administration expressed support for the Arab League’s decision to increase its number of monitors in Syria and to extend its observer mission, but joined the organization in saying that the Syrian government has still failed to meet its commitments to stop the violence.

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Report Concerning the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR)

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The Fourth Periodic Report of the United States of America to the United Nations Committee on Human Rights concerning the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights is now available.

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