rights

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It not only proclaimed the rights of workers to form unions and seek fair wages, but specifically avoided any endorsement of capitalism.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

Human rights lawyer Bhavani Fonseka said protests have been subdued because people are preoccupied with the day-to-day challenge of securing supplies.

From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026

Back then, there was no freedom of speech, human rights abuses were rampant and the rights of women in particular were severely restricted, he recalled.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Contractors, many of whom do not own rights to their work, say they face career risks and legal action if they sell materials to Mercor.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

ICF officials quickly conferred with Chester Fox, owner of the film and television rights, who agreed to remove the camera.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady