Richter: Autumn 1 (2012)

I'm going to read you the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
The Preamble
Whereas recognition of the inherent dignity
And of the equal and inalienable
Rights of all members of the human family
Is the foundation of freedom, justice and peace in the world,
Now, therefore the General Assembly
Proclaims this Universal Declaration of Human Rights
As a common standard of achievement for all peoples and all nations,
To the end that every individual and every organ of society,
Keeping this Declaration constantly in mind,
Shall strive by teaching and education
To promote respect for these rights and freedoms
And by progressive measures,
National and international,
To secure their universal and effective recognition and observance.
Article 1
All human beings are born free and equal