Quotes about Democracy and Human Rights

We must take proactive steps to promote democracy and human rights abroad. Votes: 2

My job is to try to advance American foreign policy, to try to advance the president's agenda on democracy and human rights. Votes: 2

To tackle the underlying roots of violence and conflict, we need a massive international effort to reduce poverty and injustice, and to promote development, democracy and human rights. Votes: 2

The stories from Iran's present and past are reminders that freedom, democracy and human rights, or fundamentalism, fascism and terrorism are not geographically and culturally determined, but universal. Votes: 2

The struggle for democracy and human rights in Burma is a struggle for life and dignity. It is a struggle that encompasses our political, social and economic aspirations. Votes: 2

Let me reassure that the Kingdom of Cambodia a country with independence, neutrality, peace, freedom, democracy and human rights as you all have seen, shall be existing with no end. Votes: 2

Moreover, as we live in an era of the ascendancy of democracy and human rights, we must see that Taiwan has been a vibrant democracy with a democratically elected president and legislature. Votes: 2

I believe that American engagement, through our embassy, our businesses, and most of all through our people, is the best way to advance our interests and support for democracy and human rights. Votes: 2

On one hand, it is very important that democracy and human rights be defended across borders. But it is also very important to respect the right of each country to choose its own path. Votes: 2

It is my view that it is a big embarrassment for Africa . It is hypocritical for African leaders to talk about democracy and human rights and to be silent when these things are happening in Zimbabwe . Votes: 2

In almost every case (where the United States has fought wars) our overwhelming commitment to freedom, democracy and human rights has required us to support those regimes that would deny freedom, democracy and human rights to their own people. Votes: 2

The theory of relativity worked out by Mr. Einstein, which is in the domain of natural science, I believe can also be applied to the political field. Both democracy and human rights are relative concepts - and not absolute and general. Votes: 2

We are not directly involved in Syria. But we will be working with our partners in the European Union and at the United Nations to see if we can persuade the Syrian authorities to go, as I say, more in that direction of respect for democracy and human rights. Votes: 2

Establish democracy at home, based on human rights as superior to property rights. . . . Votes: 0

America's support for human rights and democracy is our noblest export to the world. Votes: 0

Liberty, freedom and democracy are very fuzzy words, but human rights is very specific. Votes: 0

We must struggle for creating a democratic system that is dedicated to democracy and human rights. Votes: 0

A people inspired by democracy, human rights and economic opportunity will turn their back decisively against extremism. Votes: 0

Those religions that are oppressive to women are also against democracy, human rights, and freedom of expression. Votes: 0

During most of the Bush administration, human rights and democracy in Egypt were on the front burner. Votes: 0

The modern infrastructures that exists in the world all contribute to the advancement of human rights and democracy. Votes: 0

Nobody and nothing will stop Russia on the road to strengthening democracy and ensuring human rights and freedoms. Votes: 0

Democracy is not the end product, but the means to the end, which is the enjoyment of human rights by all. Votes: 0

I have defended democracy, human rights, and brotherhood between peoples. And I'll keep doing so for as long as I live. Votes: 0

But it also came at a significant cost for human rights, and today's restricted freedom of expression, self-censorship and stunted multi-party democracy. Votes: 0

China recognizes and also respects the universality of human rights. We will continue our efforts to promote democracy and the rule of law. Votes: 0

What we need in Africa is balanced development. Economic success cannot be a replacement for human rights or participation or democracy... it doesn't work. Votes: 0

The people in Arab countries are now speaking out and asking many questions about human rights, minorities, religion, democracy, "the other," and so on. Votes: 0

Democracy is not just constitutional and legislative rules; it is a culture and practice and adhering by the law and respecting international human rights principles. Votes: 0

The Commonwealth is a vital and positive partnership between countries striving to develop trade relations and promote democracy and human rights, united by shared values. Votes: 0

Global markets must be balanced by global values such as respect for human rights and international law, democracy, security and sustainable economic and environmental development. Votes: 0

The essence of globalization is a subordination of human rights, of labor rights, consumer, environmental rights, democracy rights, to the imperatives of global trade and investment. Votes: 0

Hong Kong is not just a global financial center. It's also a place with a lot of teens and youth who love freedom, democracy, and human rights. Votes: 0

The promises of Fidel Castro's so-called revolution of pluralism and democracy, were and continue to be a false promise and a betrayal of all basic human rights. Votes: 0

We should seek international support for our mutual objectives abroad, in promoting freedom, democracy, respect for human rights, and also the elimination of weapons of mass destruction. Votes: 0

The strategic partnership between the European Union and the United States is rooted in our shared values of freedom, human rights, democracy and a belief in the market economy. Votes: 0

In a few decades, the relationship between the environment, resources and conflict may seem almost as obvious as the connection we see today between human rights, democracy and peace. Votes: 0

The only salvation of the world today... is the rapid dissemination of the basic values of the West, that is, the ideas of democracy, human rights, the civil society, and the free market. Votes: 0