The Violations
Slobodan MilosevicWhy is it so Difficult to Comply with the Basic Human Rights?The occurrence of political leaders not complying with human rights is something that occurs far too often. It is my opinion that often times, the power a person holds, goes to their head. First, they begin (and get away with) making decisions that may leave out some individuals. From there, they test out their influence. Finally, they then begin to pass laws that target minorities. By targeting the minorities, the majority will often side with the leader. Having power is a mind game. Opposition from the people of a country is often a hard issue to face. I believe that this is another strong factor as to why a leader does not comply with the basic Human Rights. For them, it is much easier to knock out the force than to ignore it or address it in a civilized manner. It is also easier for them to do it because they themselves don't actually do the killing. However, it is their army, police, and militia that this is burdened upon. Which therefore, holds them responsible for the lives they take and the havoc they wreak.
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Article 2
Everyone is entitled to all the rights and freedoms set forth in this Declaration, without distinction of any kind, such as race, colour, sex, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth or other status. Furthermore, no distinction shall be made on the basis of the political, jurisdictional or international status of the country or territory to which a person belongs, whether it be independent, trust, non-self-governing or under any other limitation of sovereignty. Article 3 Everyone has the right to life, liberty and security of person. Article 5 No one shall be subjected to torture or to cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment. Article 9 No one shall be subjected to arbitrary arrest, detention or exile. Article 19 Everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression; this right includes freedom to hold opinions without interference and to seek, receive and impart information and ideas through any media and regardless of frontiers. (2) |
Article 2 was violated by Milosevic's persecution against the Albanians and other minorities. He took away their freedoms because of their race. Article 3 was violated essentially through his "ethnic cleansing." Mass killings occurred in many cities, as well as torture while being held captive. The violation of Article 3 leads to Milosevic's violation of Article 5. Many of those held captive under MIlosevic's rule, were often tortured. Article 9 was violated almost immediately following Milosevic's election into office, a multitude of previous leaders were exiled form the country. Some even "disappeared," only to be found dead later. Article 19 was violated by Milosevic ordering tanks to stop a student protest against him and his government. |
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