Christianity On Trial Episode # 114 Human Rights And The Defence Of The Faith Part 2
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Aug 8, 2024 Delve into the workings of the Inter-American Court of Human Rights and its impact on member states. Discover how the American Convention shapes perspectives on unborn rights and influences U.S. policies. Navigate the challenges of securing citizenship across different regions and the role of human rights systems. Discuss the complexities of human rights in varying political environments, particularly in the Far East. Explore the philosophical foundations underpinning human rights, highlighting the interplay between divine revelation and ethical discourse.
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American Convention Protects Life
- The American Convention on Human Rights protects the right to life from conception, reflecting strong anti-abortion stances in many member countries.
- The US did not ratify it to avoid legal challenges against abortion laws like Roe v. Wade.
Post-Roe Abortion Challenges
- The repeal of Roe v. Wade shifted abortion law to individual states, multiplying legal battles and resulting in inconsistent state laws.
- Constitutional amendment is the only clear solution, yet political division makes it unlikely to pass.
Question Genuine Human Rights
- Understand that determining genuine human rights is a fundamental question requiring legal philosophical justification.
- Do not just accept human rights claims without questioning their underlying foundation.