human rights

Quote of the (Long) Weekend: Obama on Gay Relationships

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - October 13, 2009

Obama says nation will recognize gay relationships as "real and admirable." more >>

Why Gays Can Trust Obama

By Dan Gilgoff - Nation & World - August 7, 2009

Human Rights Campaign's Joe Solmonese is confident Obama will follow through on his campaign promises. more >>

Hot Docs: Obama and Human Rights, Skewed Nuclear Spending

Nation & World - January 15, 2009

Today's selection of timely reports. more >>

Health Buzz: Half Dose of Flu Shot and Other Health News

Health - December 9, 2008

Also: Obama's take on the Freedom of Choice Act; can you count on your long-term-care insurance? more >>

How China, an Emerging Superpower, Will Test the Obama Administration

By Thomas Omestad - Nation & World - December 3, 2008

An economic partner, yes, but also a rival for resources and global influence. more >>

Obama Administration Needs New Approach to Battling al Qaeda

By Glenn Sulmasy - Opinion - November 12, 2008

National security law expert Glenn Sulmasy makes 4 national security proposals. more >>

Jailed Chinese Dissident Hu Jia Is Honored

Nation & World - October 23, 2008

Beijing denounces the action and threatens Europe with reprisals. more >>

Paddlings Widespread in South, Study Says

By Eddy Ramírez - On Education - August 21, 2008

Human Rights Watch calls on schools to abolish paddling. more >>

Protests on Olympics Intensify Over China's Human-Rights Record

By Thomas Omestad - Nation & World - April 7, 2008

San Francisco braces for demonstrations when the Olympic torch makes its only North American stop. more >>

Why the West Speaks Softly in Response to the Chinese Crackdown in Tibet

By Thomas Omestad - Nation & World - March 28, 2008

Though human rights groups complain, there is little sentiment for an Olympics boycott. more >>

Trial for Key Chinese Human-Rights Activist

News Desk - March 19, 2008

Chinese authorities have put on trial prominent human-rights activist Hu Jia, who used the Internet to publicize the plight of other dissidents. His case has drawn international attention as China cracks down on human-rights crusaders in advance of the 2008 Summer Olympic Games in Beijing. more >>

Preparing for the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, China's Authorities Go After Human-Rights Advocates

By Paul Mooney - Nation & World - February 14, 2008

China's leaders see the Olympic Games as an opportunity to dazzle the world more >>