The UN Convention on the Rights of the Child protects children’s rights and is widely ratified, but the US and Somalia have not ratified it. The US has concerns about parental rights and the death penalty for minors. Even ratified countries don’t always follow all aspects of the treaty. The United Nations (UN) Convention on […]
Human rights NGOs protect people from injustices and violations all over the world. They focus on different issues, such as discrimination, poverty, and violence against women. NGOs receive donations and sometimes government support to fund their campaigns and solutions. Human rights NGOs work to prevent injustices against people. These organizations can be found all over […]
Wyoming was the first US state to allow women to vote and run in 1869, followed by Utah in 1870. New Jersey briefly allowed women to vote from 1790-1807. New Zealand allowed women to vote in 1893 and run in 1919. Finland was the first country to grant full suffrage in 1906. Saudi Arabia and […]
The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute is a museum in Alabama that commemorates the civil rights struggle. It offers exhibitions, activities, and programs for all ages, including a Milestones Walking Tour. The idea to build the institute came from the mayor in 1978, but it wasn’t completed until 1992. The institute offers lectures, conferences, and special […]
Wyoming gave women the right to vote in 1869, 50 years before the 19th Amendment. The bill was passed to increase the population to qualify for statehood. Wyoming became a state in 1890. Other states that allowed women to vote were Colorado, Utah, and Idaho. Tennessee cast the deciding vote for the 19th Amendment. Women […]
Disenfranchised grief is when a loss cannot be expressed due to social concepts, prejudices, or misunderstandings. Abortion, miscarriage, and private relationships are common causes. Seeking professional help or support groups can help deal with grief without rights. Repressing emotions can lengthen the grieving process. Disenfranchised grief describes grief over a loss that cannot be expressed […]
An offer of rights is a non-transferable offer extended by a seller to a buyer for a limited time, often used by companies before issuing new shares, with terms varying based on regulations and guidelines. Only the intended recipient can accept the offer, and if not accepted, the offer is null and void. The offer […]
The Tenth Amendment guarantees state rights in the US, limiting federal power to those listed in the Constitution. The Supreme Court ruled in McCullough v. Maryland that federal laws take precedence over state laws. State rights resurfaced during the Civil War, but the powers of the states declined after the Fourteenth and Seventeenth Amendments and […]
Air rights are the rights to develop the empty space above a property site, which can be transferred to other parties. Zoning laws and aircraft regulations limit air rights, but they can be merged, leased, sold, or donated. Building codes and safety regulations also restrict development. Air rights are rights to develop the empty space […]
The Civil Rights Act of 1866 granted legal rights to all citizens born in the US, regardless of race or previous slavery. It did not extend social rights or voting rights to ex-slaves, but imposed penalties for denying specified rights. The law required all state and local governments to enforce it, with federal oversight and […]
Natural rights are legal principles that arise from human nature. They include human, civil, and moral rights. Laws protect legal rights, but natural rights may be challenged if they are not protected. Liberty and the relationship between laws and people’s lives affect many areas of the world. Those who seek to protect natural rights often […]
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was created by the United Nations Commission on Human Rights after World War II to define human rights for member countries. It contains 30 articles outlining basic human rights and is not legally binding. Some criticize it for being Western-biased, but many nations have ratified it. The Universal Declaration […]
Waterfront rights are a set of laws that determine the reasonable use, duties, and allocation of water to waterfront property owners. These rights vary by country, state, and body of water, but generally ensure that riparian owners can make reasonable use of the water while protecting the rights of other riparian owners. Riparian owners have […]
The civil rights movement fought for equality among different peoples, with a focus on African Americans in the United States between 1950 and the early 1990s. Martin Luther King Jr. was a key leader who used peaceful protests to end discrimination and promote suffrage. The movement’s roots can be traced back to slavery and the […]
Minority rights refer to the rights of small groups, such as national, ethnic, religious or linguistic minorities. The UN Declaration on the Rights of Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic, Religious and Linguistic Minorities promotes human rights without discrimination. Nations must guarantee minority rights and create favorable conditions for minorities to practice their culture, religion, […]
Minority rights refer to the rights of small groups, such as national, ethnic, religious, or linguistic minorities. The UN Declaration on the Rights of Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic, Religious and Linguistic Minorities promotes individual freedom and cultural expression without discrimination. Nations adhering to the declaration must create favorable conditions for minorities to practice […]
The US Constitution has several amendments affecting voting rights, including Amendments 15, 19, 24, and 26. Initially, only white males could vote, but over time, these amendments extended voting rights to all citizens regardless of race, gender, or age. The 17th amendment allowed for the direct election of senators. Despite these changes, many still do […]
The US entitlement crisis is caused by the shortfall between the cost of programs like Social Security and Medicare and the available funds. The crisis could lead to some programs being cut, and if not resolved soon, only a few programs will be financed. Some suggest raising taxes and scaling back government programs to solve […]
Human rights are basic rights that all humans should have, but have been neglected throughout history. The United Nations was founded to protect these rights and issued a Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948. Violations of human rights still occur, but advocates hope for universal protection. Human rights are a set of fundamental rights […]
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 aimed to end discrimination, protect the rights of African Americans, and prohibit gender discrimination. It abolished unfair voting practices, prohibited discrimination in public businesses, desegregated schools, and authorized the EEOC to enforce fair employment practices. The act faced opposition from Southern Democrats and Republicans, but was supported by Northern […]
