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- Amnesty International's Call to Bring Bush to Justice is Drenched in IronyWhile nobody can excuse the former president's authorization of torture during his administration, it is remarkably ironic that Amnesty International would call on the torturous nations of Tanzania, Zambia and Ethiopia to bring him to justice.
- Honor Certified Political PrisonersOn this the 50th anniversary of the creation of Amnesty International there is still a great need for your attention...people are still being detained for a variety of reasons!
- I'll Believe the Tea Party when They Support Amnesty InternationalAmnesty International is 50
Amnesty International to King Abdullah: Stop the FloggingsA 13 year old Saudi girl has been sentenced to a public flogging and Amnesty International is urging King Abdullah to rescind her sentence and do away with this barbaric punishment.- Human Rights and U.S. Policy ReviewThis academic report offers a brief introduction to the debates surrounding the use of electronic control devices (such as the Taser®) by U.S. law enforcement agencies.
- Amnesty International Calls on Mexican Authorities to Investigate Human Rights AbusesAmnesty International has released a report that documents crimes against human rights committed by Mexico's military forces. Included among the human rights violations are extrajudicial killings, torture, and arbitrary detentions.
- Amnesty InternationalAn article highlighting Amnesty International and their work worldwide.
- Amnesty International Pleads with Supreme Court to Uphold Prisoners' Rights to Habeas Corpus"The Supreme Court has twice delivered the message to the Bush administration that judicial review and civil liberties cannot be discarded."
- Amnesty International Calls for Investigation into Alleged Vandalism and Violence at Lebanon Refugee CampRecent allegations of vandalism and looting at a Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon have led Amnesty International to call on Prime Minister Fouad Siniora to conduct an investigation.
- Celebrating United Nations Day with Amnesty InternationalOn United Nations Day, thanks to the internet, you can join Amnesty International, in calling for Peace Keeping forces in Darfour. It's a small but practical and effective way to bring the principles of the United Nations to life.
- Fujimori to Be Extradicted; Amnesty International Applauds"Amnesty International welcomes the Chilean Supreme Court's decision to extradite former President Alberto Fujimori. The decision sends a strong message that no one stands above the law."
- Catholic Bishops Appalled by Amnesty International's New Stance on Abortion"To some, the action of Amnesty International may appear to be a compassionate response to women in difficult situations of pregnancy, but this is a false compassion."
Pelosi, Amnesty International Praise Japan Congressional ResolutionPassed resolution against Japan's forced prostitution during WWII receives praise.- 18-Year-Old Iranian's Execution ImminentAmnesty international calls for a halt to the planned execution of a child in Iran. With one of the worst human rights track records in the world, Iran executes more children than any other country, defying International Law about the death penalty for minors.
Amnesty International Questions Sale of Indian Helicopters to MyanmarDoes the acquisition of Indian-built helicopters violate EU and US trade embargoes?- Amnesty International Calls for United Nations Inquiry into War Crimes by Hezbollah and IsraelAmnesty International today condemned both Hezbollah and Israel for not taking any steps to prosecute war crimes and other grave violations that occurred during the 34-day war between Hezbollah and Israel.
National Women's Group Applauds Amnesty InternationalCAEFS is a federation of 26 local, community based service providers who work with and on behalf of marginalized victimized, criminalized, and imprisoned women and girls.
Amnesty International: Why I Am a MemberIf you are looking for an organization to support that is doing important work, Amnesty International is a great choice.
Amnesty International Calls for Release of Blogger Jailed by Egyptian AuthoritiesAmnesty International is calling for the "immediate and unconditional release" of Abdel Kareem Nabil, 22, who is on trial for criticizing Egypt's President Husni Mubarak, al-Azhar religious authorities, and Islam in writings posted on his blog.- Bush Administration Flip-flops on Amnesty International and Shoots the MessengerRather than submit to any kind of impartial investigation that might expose the true facts regarding the treatment of prisoners in the "war on terror", the Bush administration instead lashes out in a hostile attempt to discredit its critics.
- Gun Culture is a Huge Problem in Our SocietyAn investigation into gun culture in Britain.
- Mullens, Amnesty International, Mark Sixth Anniversary of Gitmo PrisonAdmiral Mike Mullens, chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, visits Guantanamo Bay facility following protests by Amnesty International seeking it be shut down
- Amnesty International and ACLU Announce Plans for a Rally in Washington D.Cthe rights group is partnering with Amnesty international and a handful of congressman, celebrities, and private groups to hold a political rally in Washington D.C. The rally is planned for June 26th, 2007
