Interest Group: Political Parties And Interest Groups

Two of thirty recognised human rights by the United Nations are “No one shall be subjected to torture or to cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment (Doc. 1)” or “No one shall be held in slavery or servitude; slavery and the slave trade shall be prohibited in all their forms”(Doc. 1). However, both are still problems that continue to happen more than fifty years after the creation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Human rights are continuously violated because when the United Nations created the document it did not legally bind any country to uphold the rights of their people, making the document little more than words on paper. Eleanor Roosevelt remarked during a meeting of the United Nations that “without concerned citizen action to uphold them, we shall look in vain for progress (Doc. 2). Eleanor Roosevelt was emphasizing that the government cannot force the people to utilize their human rights. It is a responsibility that the people must take upon themselves. For example, in the United States we have the right to freedom of speech, but we cannot be forced to speak out, but must do it of our own accord. If we do not use our right to freedom speech it becomes more easily forgotten or taken away. The human rights of people are often times violated simply because the people allow them to be or don’t recognise that they are entitled to them which is why it is important to know

In both history and present day, many human rights violations have occurred in countries residing within the UN. Despite the attempts that international influence created through the UN, many countries such as the Soviet Union conducted serious human rights violations through attempts to quell uprisings or anti-government movements. Even in the present day, countries such as North Korea and China have been committing drastic human rights violations, despite existing within the United Nations. Because of these facts, it can be concluded that international influence does not necessarily create better human

Aristotle says that, “Happiness depends on ourselves.” Aristotle revered happiness as a central purpose of human life and a goal in itself. He also said that The Supreme Good is Happiness. He made more time for the topic of happiness than any person prior to the modern era. Happiness is not made by the success or pleasures we have nor does the pain we suffer tarnish it. Aristotle helps us understand this with his works on happiness. First, he says that children cannot be happy. It was kind of a shock for me when I read this because being happy is something that parents always want for their children and it is something that a lot of people like to pride themselves in. Like, if their children are happy then they are good parents.

Human rights - they are an ongoing issue in the world today, with the constant struggle against violation. The United Nations has accepted 30 articles on human rights, which help protect millions from political, social, and legal abuses (UDHR). Even with the insistence from the world’s leaders to follow and honor these rights, violation is common and provides a serious threat to people all over the world. One example of a violation of human rights such as equality and safety in possessions is shown through the issue of Japanese American internment camps (UDHR).

The world was rocked in the aftermath of World War II. The destruction left in its wake would not only have us rebuilding and piecing together our governments, cities, and economies; but our humanity as well. A humanity that was shattered in the face of consequence and a confrontation of our darkest depths of humanity; the act of war. Word of human violation spread like wildfire post world war in occupation and battle hotspots. Happenings most inane, so inhumane, they were be hard to believe that they were true. Fortunately, the spread of globalization along with the after effects of war prompted nation leaders to convene and build together a framework, a concept of Human Rights. This very act prompted Non-Governmental Organizations that watchdog and protect the interest of our basic rights to arise. The weakest and most innocent among us requires the most protection. They are our legacy and they are our future. They are our children.

First established in 1978, Human Rights Watch is known for its accurate fact finding and their effective use of media. Each year, Human Rights Watch reports more than 100 articles and briefings on human rights conditions in some 90 countries, gaining extensive coverage in local and international media. With the advantage the media brings, Human Rights Watch meets with governments, the United Nations, regional groups like the African Union and the European Union, financial institutions, and corporations to press for changes in policy and practice that promote human rights and justice around the world. Human Rights Watch pushes to save people of all cultures, to insure that no one will lose their right to

In recent years there has been a growing concern over whether the influence interest groups have on American politics can be considered democratic; it is the aim of this essay to assess the validity of these concerns. For the purpose of clarity, I have defined a positive democratic force as that which represents the views of the majority of US citizens before government and that reinforces their collective interests. This is in light of the preamble to the United States Constitution (1787), where the opening statement “We the people of the United States…”, established the framework of American politics later characterised by Tocqueville (1835) as popular sovereignty. In this way we can see that, at least theoretically, citizen’s interests are

The outbreak of the second world war, preceded the wake of new international institutions and treaties that, in turn, would commence a path towards true rights for mankind. These legal organizations responded to the immense magnitude of violations towards Human Rights during the 20th Century. The Second World War saw a disregard for human rights never before seen by mankind. With the genocide of Jews, incessant discrimination against race and sexuality, as well aerial bombings in support of territorial expansion, the world turned their devastation into a National Confederation against future catastrophe, the United Nations. Following the creation of the United Nations, attempted hope came in the form of coalitions such as the International Criminal Court, the European Court of Human Rights, The U.N. Human Rights Council and United Nations Security Council. The Institutions were given the mandate, by the United Nations, to be a last resort in the protection of Human Rights, even against a corrupted State Government and any other proclaimed authorities. These bodies have the jurisdiction to make judgements in support of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. However, the rights of humanity are not internationally homogenous. Culture, religion, ethnicity and economic standpoints create complications and loopholes in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Therefore, limits and obstacles arise and these institutions must find a balance between Universalism and Relativism.

In conclusion Human Rights violations are a huge problem around the world. Cases of Human Rights not given properly are reported daily around the world, most not even overturned by the judges or government. This is a huge problem it is taking many peoples who lives away, making them feel like they aren't even valued at the least. Sending people to have bad depression, anxiety brutal thoughts or brutal memories from

Interest groups generate a great deal of controversy. Some people blame interest groups for many of the problems in America. Other people see interest groups as a vital component of the American democratic system.

Protection International provides a necessary service to the cause of furthering human rights. In countries whose government is indifferent or hostile to the well being of activists, or even simply unequipped to provide the protection required of them, human rights defenders have little to no recourse when attacked. Without the assistance and advocacy of organizations like Protection International projects protecting human rights in those areas would be exceedingly risky and in some cases impossible.

n.p). The OHCHR, operationally work with “governments, legislatures, courts, national establishments, civil society, regional and international bodies as well as the United Nations system to advance and reinforce capacity for safeguarding human rights in par with the international standards” (OHCHR, 2017, p.

Vincent Van Gogh famously stated,“If you hear a voice in you say ‘you cannot paint’, then by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced.”One would never engage in an activity in which you have no skill. To achieve this skill you must engage in this activity frequently and learn from one’s errors. The only thing that will detain you from achieving this is doubt and fear. Vincent Van Gogh had perseverance and did not cease his love for painting. He is a famous figure in art history hence he had a thrilling and intriguing life and stood out from most painters from his time. Vincent had many struggles in life mentally, emotionally, and physically. But he assimilated from these and carried on with his life, which was mostly traveling,

Aging! We all do it every day, but have you ever thought how it is going to affect the rest of your life or more importantly your career? Aging isn’t something that we get to choose if we participate in, however working is, and aging may affect that choice. Right now, I want you to think about the age of sixty-five. What words pop into your head when you think of someone sixty-five? I’d imagine some of the words you thought of were retired, old, fragile, slow, as well as many others. Those words right there all help to explain the many concerns that one’s employer may have when hiring someone that is of the older population. When we think of the older population in the work force we don’t necessarily think of positive things, instead we think of things. When we think of this population in the workforce we generally think of lower production rates and higher costs. These can create issues among the older population, as employers must consider all the possibilities when hiring someone. We know that more people in the older population are continuing to try to continue their careers, but why? How hard is it for them to continue? What changes have made it easier? How are the younger and middle aged populations perceiving them in the work place? This are only some of the many question surrounding the increase of aged workers.

The supporting and advocating on behalf of human rights has been one of the primary principles of the United Nations. Since its founding in 1945, the United Nations has worked to preserve the basic human rights and fundamental freedoms it believes to be deserved of by every man, woman, and child on the planet. Throughout the near seventy years of the United Nations’ existence, it has been challenged with an array of questions, events, and claims regarding the possible violation of human rights. In order to combat these claims, the body has established two organizations to deal with matters of human rights. The first being the Commission Human Rights, was the original organization, founded in 1946. The Commission existed