“Human rights are not only violated by terrorism, repression or assassination, but also by unfair economic structures that create huge inequalities.”
— Pope John Paul II
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Human rights aren’t just hurt by big, obvious actions like terrorism or violence by governments. They are also harmed by economic systems that are unfair and create big gaps between the rich and the poor. For example, if some people can’t afford basic needs like food, water, and shelter while others have more than they need, that’s a violation of human rights. This happens because the system allows some people to get very rich while others stay very poor. To make things better, societies can work on creating fairer economic policies so everyone has enough to live a decent life. So, protecting human rights also means making sure the economy is fair for everyone.
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Economic inequality Economic justice Human dignity Human rights Inequality Repression Social justice Terrorism
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