Fact Sheet

Examples of Violent Crimes and Abuses by U.S. Contractors

December 31, 2010

The vast majority of U.S. private contractors do their jobs conscientiously and courageously – often putting their lives at risk in places like Iraq and Afghanistan.…

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The Case for the Civilian Extraterritorial Jurisdiction Act (CEJA)

December 31, 2010

Why the United States needs to clarify U.S. criminal jurisdiction over U.S. Contractors fielded abroad.

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Support the Refugee Protection Act of 2011

December 31, 2010

Why is the Refugee Protection Act of 2011 important?

The United States has a proud history of providing refuge to victims of persecution. This tradition…

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Enablers of Mass Atrocities

March 31, 2010

Mass atrocities are organized crimes whose perpetrators need money, weapons,transportation, and other means to commit widespread and systematic violence against civilians. A country, commercial entity, or individual enables mass…

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Guantanamo Habeas Cases in the U.S. District Court of D.C.

December 31, 2009

Table of Guantanamo habeas cases in the U.S. District Court of D.C. – grants & denials.

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A Three-Step Guide to Strengthening the Darfur Arms Embargo

December 31, 2007

Written in 2008 in response to the atrocities in Darfur, this guide outlines three innovative ideas to enhance the effectiveness of arms embargoes. Targeting parts…

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Ten-Point Plan for Combating Hate Crime

December 31, 2007

Human Rights First calls on all governments to implement the following Ten-Point Plan for combating violent hate crimes:

Acknowledge and condemn violent hate crimes whenever they occur. Senior government…

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