Our Right to Political Participation
We face serious threats to democratic norms this election, but we have the power to fight back. Read more...
Americas
Our Right to Political Participation
The United States has never had a perfect democracy. From the start, the story has been one of exclusion - and for the fight against it. Struggles over voting rights for African Americans, women, non-landowners, and immigrant groups mark the history of democracy in this country, and the work is not finished. Disenfranchisement and barriers to voting persist in the 21st century. Incarcerated persons, those with felonies, and those without citizenship often remain excluded from participating in collective decision-making.
The Honor of Taking
The United States has a long tradition of ignoring the right to self determination in Latin America. As the humanitarian crisis in Cuba worsens, it is time to face the realities of the American empire. Read more...
Let Us Live
What Kansas' recent anti-trans law and Operation Metro Surge have in common. Read more...
Activism at Any Age: Argentina and the Mothers of the Plaza de Mayo
The example of the Mothers of the Plaza de Mayo shows us that anyone can join a movement, participate in advocacy, and work for change in their community... Read more
Human Rights in the Artificial Age
As AI becomes an unavoidable part of modern society, ensuring it protects human dignity rather than undermines it may be one of the defining human rights challenges of our time.
Police Departments Don’t Need Another Excuse to Violate Your Rights
There is a fine line between keeping our communities safe and operating a surveillance state. Minnesotans can’t allow local law enforcement to cross it... Read more
Haitian Child Soldiers: A Saga of Starvation, Poverty and Deprivation
Amnesty International is sounding the alarm on the situation in Haiti. They are calling on all of us to sign their petition to urge the Haitian government and the international community to develop and implement a comprehensive child protection plan...Read More
Invisible Within Borders: Recognizing Internal Displacement in Guatemala
Guatemala has a complex dynamic of human mobility. It is a country of origin, return, and transit of people on the move but government assistance is primarily directed toward refugees and asylum-seekers who have crossed international borders looking for protection... Read More
The United States is Employing Militarized Violence and Tactics of War on its Own Soil
Militarized gear and unmarked vehicles infiltrating the streets. Individuals, families, and community members are being kidnapped and detained who knows where... Read More