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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representative Chris Smith (R-NJ), Chairman of the House subcommittee that oversees global human rights, expressed today expressed profound disappointment about the UN Human Rights Council Elections. According to the resolution establishing the Council, this UN body is “responsible for promoting universal respect for the protection of all human rights and fundamental freedoms for all.” “Sadly, my negative predictions concerning the new Human Rights Council have come to pass,” said Smith, who last month referred to the creation of the flawed council as a ‘missed opportunity.’ Earlier today, the UN General Assembly elected the first members of the Council which included: “Electing such egregious human rights violators as Smith encouraged the other new members work to overcome this blight to the Council by instituting working rules and procedures that would allow the Council to fulfill its mandate. The first year of the Council is critical to establish credibility and in setting an agenda that will truly advance human rights for the future,” said Smith. “The | ||
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For Immediate Release: May 9, 2006 Contact: Brad Dayspring (202) 225-3765 |
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