humanism

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That moral tug of war animates a film that bursts with vibrancy, humor and Panahi’s signature brand of wry, unfailingly compassionate humanism.

From Washington Post

“The ideas of humanism and solidarity have weakened in the public debate,” Vincent Martigny, a professor of political science at the University of Nice, told me.

From New York Times

“Russia no longer has a language, humanism, civilization. Only rockets, bombs and attempts to wipe Ukraine off the face of the earth. Does Europe really like it?”

From Los Angeles Times

He spoke of “good, close relations” with the Bush administration, despite the Iraq War, and said “the main principles of humanism — human rights, freedom of speech — remain fundamental for all countries.”

From Seattle Times

He added: “Feminism is a form of humanism, recognizing that gender discrimination and inequality is a reality and it is a movement to correct that. In that sense, I consider myself a feminist.”

From Washington Post