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Shirin Ebadi quotes about humanity

Iranian Lawyer June 21, 1947

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When we criticize in Iran the actions of the government, the fundamentalists say that we and the Bush Administration are in the same camp. The funny thing is that human rights activists and Mr. Bush can never be situated in the same group. Shirin Ebadi
Shirin Ebadi quote: "I hope the example of Saddam Hussein will give a lesson to..."
I hope the example of Saddam Hussein will give a lesson to leaders of other countries where human rights are not respected. Shirin Ebadi
How can you defy fear? Fear is a human instinct, just like hunger. Whether you like it or not, you become hungry. Similarly with fear. But I have learned to train myself to live with this fear. Shirin Ebadi
Lawyers should not be charged with the same crimes as their clients. Trials related to political charges are not in accordance with human rights. Shirin Ebadi
Shirin Ebadi quote: "The idea of cultural relativism is nothing but an excuse to..."
The idea of cultural relativism is nothing but an excuse to violate human rights. Shirin Ebadi
Shirin Ebadi quote: "Human rights is a universal standard. It is a component of..."
Human rights is a universal standard. It is a component of every religion and every civilization. Shirin Ebadi

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