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International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination (Ex, C, 95-2): Hearing Before the Committee on Foreign Relations, ... Session, May 11, 1994 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

United States; Congress; Senate; Committee On Foreign Relations

 
9781330808757: International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination (Ex, C, 95-2): Hearing Before the Committee on Foreign Relations, ... Session, May 11, 1994 (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Examines the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination and the United States’ civil rights framework.

This hearing showcases how U.S. constitutional protections against racial discrimination align with international standards. It highlights the role of the Constitution, federal laws, and enforcement agencies in preventing discrimination, while arguing for ratification to reinforce America’s commitment to human rights abroad.

  • See how the 13th, 14th, and 15th amendments shape protections against racial discrimination.
  • Learn how federal laws like Title II, Title VII, and Title VI work with the Commerce Clause and other powers to prevent discrimination.
  • Understand arguments for ratification, including practical enforcement, international leadership, and the balance between private and public action.
Ideal for readers of legal history and civil rights policy who want a snapshot of how domestic law intersects with international human rights norms.

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