Human Rights
Today in Latino history: The murder of Myrna Mack
September 11, 2015Mack was murdered by a military death squad due to her criticism of the Guatemalan government's treatment of the indigenous Maya.
Read moreLandmark settlement ends long-term solitary confinement in Calif. prisons
September 3, 2015Some 2,858 inmates were reportedly held in solitary; some for 10, 20 or even 30 years, spending all but an hour or so of their day isolated in tiny cement-lined cells.
Read moreSen. Wyden positioned to secure rights for Guatemalan workers
September 2, 2015"This visit to Guatemala reinforced how important it is to include strong labor protections in our trade deals and to make sure the U.S. follows through with enforcement of those rules."
Read moreDemanding action on police crimes, Chicagoans push for civilian control
September 1, 2015The marchers carried placards with the names and faces of the most recent victims of police brutality as family members marched at the front.
Read moreSwazi human rights leader released from prison
July 16, 2015Imprisoned Swazi human rights leader Mario Masuku and student activist Maxwell Dlamini were granted bail by the Supreme Court of Swaziland.
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