human rights
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Athens-Clarke County
Ceasefire Resolution Support Reaches Athens-Clarke County Government
Athens-Clarke County commissioners and pro-Palestinian groups are at a standstill over whether the city should adopt a resolution calling for a ceasefire in the war between Israel and Hamas. Mayor Kelly Girtz has suggested other methods to address the conflict such as an open letter supporting an end to the…
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Athens-Clarke County
Policing Re-Examined: Reports Show U.S. Lethal Force Tactics Don’t Comply With International Principles
In the wake of the massive protests against police brutality over the summer, the role of law enforcement in the United States has become a topic for critical analysis. On Nov. 13, The Georgia Journal of International and Comparative Law hosted a lecture that showcased reports that found the largest…