Advancing Human Rights Mintrom Michael
Advancing Human Rights Mintrom Michael Human rights come into question in times of crisis. Advancing human rights should be everyone's business, not just that of a select group of public interest…
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Advancing Human Rights Mintrom Michael
Human rights come into question in times of crisis. Advancing human rights should be everyone's business, not just that of a select group of public interest lawyers, conspiracy theorists, or those who prefer tinfoil hats. But should we wait for crises to arise before we discuss these rights?
Think about the quality of care in nursing homes, the treatment of illegal immigrants, and police practices towards Indigenous people in custody--all examples of crises that demand remedies and receive less than satisfactory solutions. Human rights are routinely debated in the wake of scandals. Our rights certainly became an issue of heated public debate during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Michael Mintrom argues that the advancement of human rights is an investment: our efforts today will create ongoing benefits for society. He finds the answers in enhancing the quality and accessibility of early