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Fighting global impunity through targeted human rights and anti-corruption sanctions

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Walking the Talk

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On the Ground at the Southern Border

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Human Rights First is a premier institution devoted to the noblest of all causes.

” — Senator John McCain (R-AZ)

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Our soldiers on the ground with local interpreters who risk their lives to help us.

Protecting our Allies

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Some of our partner retired generals and admirals against torture.

Keeping the Door Closed on Torture