Human Rights

Topic Introduction
Human Rights

Human rights are "basic rights and freedoms to which all humans are entitled." Examples of rights and freedoms which have come to be commonly thought of as human rights include civil and political rights, such as the right to life and liberty, freedom of expression, and equality before the law; and economic, social and cultural rights, including the right to participate in culture, the right to food, the right to work, and the right to education.

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Published Date: November 30, 2005
Type: Book
Abstract:What images come to mind when the words "Asians," "Asian Americans" and "African Americans" are mentioned? Do the images revolve around negative racial stereotypes of ...
Abstract:Humanity at the Crossroads, "the inaugural lecture series of Emory’s initiative in Religion, Conflict and Peacebuilding, features a distinguished lineup of scholar-practitio...
Author: Solon Simmons
Published Date: May 06, 2008
Type: Media
Abstract:Solon Simmons, Assistant Professor at the Institute for Conflict Analysis and Resolution at George Mason University, on Canadian TV the day of the Democratic primaries in Indiana and North Carolina....
Abstract:Explores Commonality, Conflict Between Blacks and AsiansOn November 20, Hazel McF...
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