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On human rights, the United States must be a beacon. America is strongest when our policies and actions match our values.More

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March 15, 2019

Guantanamo Hearings Stalled by Continuing Medical Concerns

March 14, 2019

Senate Vote on National Emergency a Rebuke to President Trump's Attack on Asylum

March 14, 2019

Human Rights, Media Freedom Groups Call on Congress for Justice for Khashoggi

March 13, 2019

State Department Human Rights Reports Showcase Selectivity of Administration on Abuses

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Eleanor Acer

As the director of Human Rights First’s Refugee Protection program, Eleanor Acer oversees Human Rights First’s research and advocacy on issues relating to refugee protection, asylum, and migrants...

March 06, 2019

Nielsen Hearing a Distortion of Administration Southern Border Policies

March 01, 2019

Expansion of Remain in Mexico Plan a Further Assault on Asylum System